Comparison

Micro.blog vs Bloglovin

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Micro.blog

This app provides a safe community for microblogging, allowing users to share short posts, links, and replies. It also supports hosting full-length blog posts with custom themes and Markdown styling. Connect with friends and discover content from across the open web.

Highlights
  • Microblogging and full-length posts
  • Markdown styling
  • Custom themes
  • Follow friends and discover content
  • Post to external blogs
  • Open web integration
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Micro.blog is the fastest way to blog and a safe community for microbloggers. Micro.blog is the blog you will actually use. Micro.blog shows recent posts from sites and people you are following. Microblog posts are short — quick thoughts, links to web sites, and replies to friends. It's a fast timeline that's powered by the open web. Blogs hosted on Micro.blog include: * Short microblog posts or full-length posts. * Markdown for styling. * Custom themes. * Categories, photos, podcasts, video, and more. Already have a blog? Use Micro.blog to follow friends and post to external blogs compatible with WordPress and the Micropub API. Instead of trying to be a full social network, Micro.blog is a thin layer that glues the open web together, making it more useful. Micro.blog adds discovery and conversations on top of previously unconnected blog posts.

About

Bloglovin

Discover, read, and organize content from blogs worldwide. Follow creators, get personalized feeds, and save articles into custom collections. Stay updated with notifications and easily share your favorite finds.

Highlights
  • Discover and follow blogs
  • Personalized content feed
  • Save articles for later
  • Organize content into collections
  • Push notifications for new posts
  • Share content easily
Features
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Welcome to Bloglovin – your go-to app for discovering, reading, and organizing your favorite blogs and content from all around the world. With Bloglovin, you can explore a vast array of topics and interests, from fashion and beauty to lifestyle, food, travel, and beyond. Whether you're seeking inspiration, looking to stay updated with the latest trends, or simply love diving into compelling stories, Bloglovin has you covered. Key Features: Discover and Follow: Browse through thousands of blogs and websites covering various niches. Follow your favorite bloggers and content creators to stay updated with their latest posts. Personalized Feed: Receive a personalized feed curated based on your interests and the blogs you follow. Discover new content tailored just for you, ensuring that you never miss out on what matters most. Save for Later: Found an article or blog post you love? Save it to your profile for easy access later on. Whether it's a recipe you want to try, a DIY project you want to tackle, or an insightful article you want to revisit, saving allows you to keep track of your favorite content. Create Collections: Organize your saved posts into collections for seamless browsing. Whether you're planning a trip, redecorating your home, or gathering recipes for a dinner party, collections help you stay organized and find what you need when you need it. Notifications: Stay updated with push notifications whenever your favorite bloggers publish new content. Never miss a post from the creators you love. Share with Ease: Share your favorite blog posts with friends and followers on social media or via email. Spread the inspiration and knowledge with just a few taps. Bloglovin is the ultimate platform for bloggers, content creators, and enthusiasts alike. Join our vibrant community of millions and start discovering the best of the web today! Download Bloglovin now and dive into a world of endless inspiration and creativity.

Screenshots

Micro.blog3 screens
Bloglovin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Micro.blog at 4.4 against Bloglovin's 3.0. Micro.blog also leads on ratings volume (56 vs 2). Bloglovin's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 88%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Micro.blog holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Micro.blog has 56 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of Micro.blog's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bloglovin's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Micro.blog versus Bloglovin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicro.blogBloglovin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (56 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB70 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMicro.blog, LLCInspiration Starts Here LLC

Customer experience

Micro.blog

All ratings56 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral7.1%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative5.9%

Bloglovin

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Micro.blog

No in-app purchases

None

Bloglovin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Micro.blog free?
Micro.blog is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bloglovin free?
Bloglovin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Micro.blog or Bloglovin?
Micro.blog is rated higher. Micro.blog averages 4.4 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Bloglovin averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Micro.blog or Bloglovin have ads?
Neither Micro.blog nor Bloglovin shows ads.

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