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The Old Reader alternatives
The Old Reader compared with 7 alternatives: Inoreader, Feedly, NewsBlur, Feedbin, BazQux Reader and 2 more.
The Old Reader's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 5 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old ReaderThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| Inoreader | Free plan · from $7.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Feedly | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| NewsBlur | Free plan · from $36/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Feedbin | Free trial · from $7/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| BazQux Reader | Free trial · from $30/yr | Trial only | Web |
| Feeder | Free plan · from $7.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Tiny Tiny RSS | Free | Free | Web |
How each one differs from The Old Reader
- Free plan · from $7.50/mo
Inoreader
RSS reader with rules, filters and keyword monitoring
- Only Inoreader lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Inoreader lists a browser extension.
- Inoreader also covers read later and highlights.
Suits: Heavy RSS users who want rules and filters to thin out their feeds
- Free plan · from $6.99/mo
Feedly
News reader for RSS feeds, with AI filtering on paid plans
- Only Feedly lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Feedly lists a browser extension.
- Feedly also covers read later and highlights.
Suits: Following many news sites, blogs and publications in one reader
- Free plan · from $36/yr
NewsBlur
Open-source RSS reader with trainable story filters
- Only NewsBlur lists iOS and Android apps.
- NewsBlur is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- NewsBlur also covers read later.
Suits: Readers who want to train their own filters rather than rely on an algorithm
- Free trial · from $7/mo
Feedbin
Paid RSS reader for feeds, newsletters, podcasts and YouTube
- The Old Reader has a free plan. Feedbin does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Feedbin lists an iOS app.
- Only Feedbin lists a browser extension.
- Feedbin is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Reading RSS, newsletters, podcasts and YouTube in one web reader
- Free trial · from $30/yr
BazQux Reader
Paid web RSS reader that shows article comments and full text
- The Old Reader has a free plan. BazQux Reader does not, though it has a free trial.
Suits: Readers who want article comments next to the articles
- Free plan · from $7.99/mo
Feeder
RSS reader and news monitor for the web, browser and mobile
- Only Feeder lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Feeder lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who need to see new posts within minutes, such as job or auction listings
- Free
Tiny Tiny RSS
Free, self-hosted web feed reader with filters and plugins
- Tiny Tiny RSS is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Self-hosters who already run services with Docker
Limits worth knowing in The Old Reader
- The Premium price is not shown on the public pages; the terms say fees are stated at the time of purchase.
- Free accounts show ads and keep unread posts for up to 2 months, capped at 300 posts per feed.
- Full-text search, faster feed refreshes and Instapaper integration are limited to Premium.
- There are no first-party mobile or desktop apps; the apps page lists third-party clients that use the API.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to The Old Reader?
The alternatives to The Old Reader in this directory are Inoreader, Feedly, NewsBlur, Feedbin, BazQux Reader, Feeder and Tiny Tiny RSS. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with The Old Reader.
Is there a free alternative to The Old Reader?
Yes. Tiny Tiny RSS is free to use. Inoreader, Feedly, NewsBlur and Feeder have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which The Old Reader alternatives work on Android?
The The Old Reader listing does not include an Android app. Inoreader, Feedly, NewsBlur and Feeder list one.
Which The Old Reader alternatives work on iOS?
The The Old Reader listing does not include an iOS app. Inoreader, Feedly, NewsBlur, Feedbin and Feeder list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to The Old Reader?
NewsBlur, Feedbin and Tiny Tiny RSS are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.