The best rss readers, according to hackers
15 rss readers recommended in Hacker News comments over the past year, ranked by how many separate people recommend each one.
All rss readers
- NetNewsWireFree native Mac and iOS RSS reader praised for speed, keyboard shortcuts and iCloud sync; the common caveat is missing features from older versions.79recommend
- MinifluxLightweight, self-hosted RSS reader that is easy to run and keeps read status in sync across devices.27recommend
- FreshRSSPeople recommend FreshRSS as an easy-to-install, self-hosted feed reader that syncs reliably across devices and works well with other tools.26recommend
- InoreaderPeople recommend it as a full-featured RSS reader that replaced Google Reader, with YouTube subscriptions and keyword ad filtering. The most common caveat is that it feels cluttered.20recommend
- NewsboatPeople recommend Newsboat as a long-running, locally installed terminal RSS reader that they keep using for years. One critic says its design does not suit their needs.12recommend
- Reeder ClassicRecommended for reading RSS feeds on iOS, macOS and iPad, and long-time users keep sticking with the classic version. Common caveat: annoying bugs, such as YouTube embeds that do not work.10recommend
- Current RSS readerPeople recommend it as a simple RSS reader that handles hundreds of feeds and addresses many common reader problems. Critics say it is a bit expensive.10recommend
- NewsBlurPeople recommend NewsBlur as a web-based RSS reader for a feed of only chosen sources, with filters for users and words.9recommend
- FeedlyPeople recommend Feedly for turning websites and newsletters into one feed, with reliable sync across devices. Critics say paid plans are expensive and the newer interface is cluttered.8recommend
- Tiny Tiny RSSFree self-hosted RSS reader that works on desktop and phone, with a well-liked Android app. One critic reports major problems with the web interface on computers.7recommend
- ElfeedFree, versatile RSS reader inside Emacs that keeps old posts and can run hooks on feeds, but some find its standard design unsuited to their needs.6recommend
- Feeder RSS readerRecommended as a plain, unexciting RSS reader that pulls in feed content and works with other apps; people cite it on Android and Mac.6recommend
- Feeeed RSS ReaderRecommended as an iOS RSS reader that scrolls feeds like social media, with no unread counters.5recommend
- yarrA minimal RSS reader shipped as a single binary on SQLite, recommended for modest feed volumes. One recommender said they are not super-happy with it.5recommend
- Inkwell RSS readerPeople recommend Inkwell as a simple RSS reader that runs from a single binary and works on Kindle. One critic notes accounts can be created but not deleted.5recommend