Ghost vs Buttondown
Both sit in newsletters & publishing. Here is how they differ on the things you can actually check.
Ghost
ghost.org
Independent publishing platform with newsletters, paid memberships and a proper CMS. Self-host free or use Ghost(Pro).
Newsletters & Publishing
Visit GhostButtondown
buttondown.com
Markdown-first newsletters with a deliberately minimal interface, good API and a free tier for small lists.
Free planNewsletters & Publishing
Visit Buttondown| Ghost | Buttondown | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $9/mo | $9/mo |
| Pricing model | Free trial | Free plan |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Category | Newsletters & Publishing | Newsletters & Publishing |
| Around since | 2013 | 2017 |
Prices are indicative entry-tier figures, not verified quotes. Both vendors change pricing without notice.