Top 10 Blog-Making Tools That Creators Actually Enjoy Using in 2025

1. Feather

A minimalist’s dream. Feather turns your Notion pages into sleek, SEO-friendly blogs and newsletters—no coding, no fuss.

Why it’s loved:

• Seamless Notion integration
• Clean, distraction-free design
• Built-in newsletter support

2. WordPress.org

The OG of blogging. With thousands of themes and plugins, WordPress gives you full control over your blog’s look, feel, and functionality.

Why it’s loved:

• Open-source and endlessly customizable
• Massive community support
• Great for long-term growth

3. Ghost

A modern, open-source platform built for writers who want speed, simplicity, and a built-in membership model.

Why it’s loved:

• Clean writing interface
• Built-in email newsletters
• Ideal for paid content and subscriptions

4. Medium

If you want to focus purely on writing and reach a built-in audience, Medium is your stage.

Why it’s loved:

• No setup required
• Built-in readership
• Elegant formatting

5. Wix Blog

A drag-and-drop website builder with a surprisingly robust blogging engine. Great for visual thinkers.

Why it’s loved:

• Easy to use
• Beautiful templates
• Built-in analytics and marketing tools

6. Substack

Originally built for newsletters, Substack now doubles as a blogging platform with monetization baked in.

Why it’s loved:

• Simple publishing flow
• Direct-to-inbox delivery
• Great for building a loyal audience

7. Notion + Super

Use Notion to write, and Super to turn it into a fast, responsive blog. A favorite among indie creators.

Why it’s loved:

• Familiar workspace
• Fast setup
• Custom domains and themes

8. Webflow

For designers who want pixel-perfect control without touching code. Webflow lets you build a blog that looks like a work of art.

Why it’s loved:

• Visual design freedom
• CMS capabilities
• Great for portfolio-style blogs

9. Blogger

Yes, it’s still around—and still a solid choice for beginners who want a no-frills blogging experience.

Why it’s loved:

• Google integration
• Simple interface 
• Free hosting

Not a traditional blogging platform, but a powerful tool for planning, drafting, and managing blog content—especially for teams.

Why it’s loved:

• Built-in AI writing tools
• Content calendars and workflows
• Great for editorial planning