Alternatives · Read Later
Lire alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Lire alternative is NetNewsWire (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Lire compared with 5 alternatives: Reeder, NetNewsWire, Unread, Fiery Feeds and Newsify.
Lire is a paid product, starting at $9.99 one-time per app, in-app purchases listed. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LireThis tool | From $9.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS |
| Reeder | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| NetNewsWire | Free | Free | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
| Unread | Free plan · from $29.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Fiery Feeds | Free plan · from $1.99 | Yes | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
| Newsify | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from Lire
Reeder
Feed reader for Apple devices with a synced timeline
- Reeder starts at $14.99 per year, or $1.99 per month (US App Store).
- Reeder has a free plan, which Lire lacks.
- Reeder also covers read later and bookmarks.
Suits: Apple users who want feeds, videos and podcasts in one timeline
NetNewsWire
Free, open-source RSS reader for Mac, iPhone and iPad
- NetNewsWire is free.
- NetNewsWire has a free plan, which Lire lacks.
- NetNewsWire also lists a browser extension.
- NetNewsWire is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mac, iPhone and iPad users who want a free reader with no account
Unread
RSS reader for Mac, iPhone and iPad with full-text retrieval
- Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Unread has a free plan, which Lire lacks.
Suits: Mac, iPhone and iPad readers who follow feeds that publish only summaries
Fiery Feeds
Customizable feed reader and read-later client for Apple devices
- Fiery Feeds starts at $1.99 to $9.99 for Pro; billing periods not shown on the US App Store.
- Fiery Feeds has a free plan, which Lire lacks.
- Fiery Feeds also lists a browser extension.
- Fiery Feeds also covers read later.
Suits: People who already use a feed service and want an Apple client for it
Newsify
RSS reader with a newspaper-style layout for Apple devices and web
- Newsify starts at $2.99 per month, or $29.99 per year (US App Store).
- Newsify has a free plan, which Lire lacks.
- Newsify also lists a web app.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac users who like a newspaper-style layout for feeds
Limits worth knowing in Lire
- The Mac and iOS apps are bought separately, at $9.99 each on the US App Store.
- Both listings mention in-app purchases but do not show what they cost.
- No Windows, Android or web version is listed.
- A demo is offered for the Mac app on the vendor's site; no demo is mentioned for iOS.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Lire?
The alternatives to Lire in this directory are Reeder, NetNewsWire, Unread, Fiery Feeds and Newsify. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Lire.
Is there a free alternative to Lire?
Yes. NetNewsWire is free to use. Reeder, Unread, Fiery Feeds and Newsify have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to Lire?
NetNewsWire is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.