NewsWhip vs The Old Reader

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is NewsWhip or The Old Reader better?

Neither clearly leads. NewsWhip starts at On request and The Old Reader at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, NewsWhip or The Old Reader?

The Old Reader has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for NewsWhip and Free for The Old Reader.

Does NewsWhip or The Old Reader run on more platforms?

NewsWhip runs on Web. The Old Reader runs on Web, Ios, Android.

Can I use The Old Reader for free?

Yes. The Old Reader has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. NewsWhip starts at On request.

What is NewsWhip best used for?

NewsWhip is most often used for viral tracking, trend identification, competitor monitoring, audience insights. Of those, viral tracking and trend identification are not what The Old Reader is typically brought in for.

What can NewsWhip do that The Old Reader cannot?

NewsWhip covers Viral content tracking, Social media monitoring, Competitor intelligence, Trend identification. The Old Reader covers RSS reading, Social sharing, Following friends, Keyboard shortcuts. Both handle Web support.