If you’re looking to move off Feedly, you have options. Real ones. Here are the 4 open-source, self-hostable alternatives I’ve tested, with honest notes on what each does well and where each falls short.
Why leave Feedly?
- Pro tier needed for basic features like more than 100 sources.
- AI features have replaced core UX in the free version.
- Your reading is used to train recommendation models by default.
The 4 best self-hosted alternatives to Feedly
FreshRSS
Excellent PHP-based RSS reader. Fast, mobile app compatible via API.
Visit FreshRSS website →Quick comparison
| Alternative | Difficulty | License |
|---|---|---|
| FreshRSS | Easy | AGPL-3.0 |
| Miniflux | Easy | Apache-2.0 |
| Tiny Tiny RSS | Medium | GPL-3.0 |
| CommaFeed | Easy | Apache-2.0 |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free alternative to Feedly?
Yes. Every tool listed above is free and open source. Some, like FreshRSS, also have optional paid hosted tiers if you don’t want to run the server yourself. Everything else is genuinely free to self-host — you pay only for your own hardware and time.
Which one should I pick if I’ve never self-hosted anything before?
Start with FreshRSS. It’s the lowest-friction option here — realistic to have running in an afternoon on a small server or Raspberry Pi. If it doesn’t fit your workflow, Miniflux is a good second try.
Can I run these on a Raspberry Pi?
Most of them, yes — the tools marked Easy here will comfortably run on a Pi 4 or Pi 5 with 4GB+ of RAM. The Medium tools may work but appreciate a mini PC or a spare desktop. Hard-tagged tools generally want real server hardware.
What about mobile apps?
It varies. Tools like Vaultwarden and Immich have native iOS/Android apps that connect to your server. Others rely on the web UI through your phone browser — fine for occasional use, not a full app experience.