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Unread alternatives
Unread compared with 5 alternatives: Reeder, NetNewsWire, Fiery Feeds, News Explorer and Newsify.
Unread has a free plan. Paid plans start at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| UnreadThis tool | Free plan · from $29.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Reeder | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| NetNewsWire | Free | Free | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
| Fiery Feeds | Free plan · from $1.99 | Yes | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
| News Explorer | Free trial · from $4.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Newsify | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from Unread
- Free plan · from $14.99/yr
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). Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Reeder also covers read later and bookmarks.
Suits: Apple users who want feeds, videos and podcasts in one timeline
- Free
NetNewsWire
Free, open-source RSS reader for Mac, iPhone and iPad
- NetNewsWire is free. Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Only NetNewsWire 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
- Free plan · from $1.99
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. Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Only Fiery Feeds 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
- Free trial · from $4.99 one-time
News Explorer
RSS reader with iCloud sync across Apple devices, bought once
- News Explorer starts at $4.99 one-time for the mobile edition; $9.99 one-time for the Mac edition. Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Unread has a free plan. News Explorer does not, though it has a free trial.
- News Explorer can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People on Apple devices who want feed sync without creating an account
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
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). Unread starts at $29.99 per year, or $4.99 per month.
- Only Newsify lists a web app.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac users who like a newspaper-style layout for feeds
Limits worth knowing in Unread
- Apple platforms only: Mac, iPhone and iPad, with no web, Windows or Android version listed.
- Offline caching, article actions, Shortcuts, Save to Unread and limiting widgets to a feed or folder all require Unread Premium.
- The press kit lists macOS 15, iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later as requirements.
- Save to Unread works only with Unread Cloud, Local, Feedbin, Feedly and NewsBlur accounts.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Unread?
The alternatives to Unread in this directory are Reeder, NetNewsWire, Fiery Feeds, News Explorer and Newsify. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Unread.
Is there a free alternative to Unread?
Yes. NetNewsWire is free to use. Reeder, Fiery Feeds and Newsify have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to Unread?
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 Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.