TechCrunch AlternativesTech News Sites and other similar apps like TechCrunch

TechCrunch is described as 'Web publication that offers technology news and analysis, as well as profiling of startup companies, products, and websites' and is a popular Tech News site in the news & books category. There are more than 50 alternatives to TechCrunch, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Android Tablet and iPad apps. The best TechCrunch alternative is Lifehacker, which is free. Other great sites and apps similar to TechCrunch are MakeUseOf, The Verge, CNET and Engadget.

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  1. Lifehacker icon
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    Lifehacker has been the world’s leading guide to tech and life tips, tricks and hacks since 2005. Our job is to figure out how tech, gadgets, software and other things work, so you don’t have to. Our team of experts spend over 5,000 hours per month researching and hands-on...

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
    • Most users think Lifehacker is a great TechCrunch alternative.

    • Lifehacker is the most popular Web-based alternative to TechCrunch.

    • Lifehacker is the most popular free alternative to TechCrunch.

    • Lifehacker is Free and ProprietaryTechCrunch is also Free and Proprietary
  2. MakeUseOf icon
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    MakeUseOf is a booming daily blog that features cool websites, computer tips, and downloads that make you more productive. The aim of MakeUseOf is to guide you through the web and tell you about hot websites that you have never heard of, best software programs, and all kinds of...

    42 MakeUseOf alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  3. The Verge icon
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    From gadgets to startups, apps, and tech culture, The Verge has you covered with in-depth reporting, original features, and editorials from the smartest team in tech writing.

    36 The Verge alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
     
  4. CNET icon
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    CNET is the premier destination for tech product reviews, news, price comparisons, free software downloads, daily videos, and podcasts.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
     
    • CNET is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to TechCrunch.

    • CNET is Free and ProprietaryTechCrunch is also Free and Proprietary
  5. Engadget icon
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    Engadget is the definitive source and final word for news on gadgets and technology. The site's team of expert editors and columnists cover the world of consumer electronics with unmatched passion and an obsessive attention to detail.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  6. Gizmodo icon
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    Gizmodo is a blog on the technologies that change the way we live, work, love, play, think and feel.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  7. gHacks icon
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    Ghacks Technology News is a tech blog that reviews software, apps, Internet services, and offers tips and tricks about Windows, Android, and other systems.

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  8. The Next Web icon
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    The Next Web - comprehensive tech news platform.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
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    The Information has a simple mission: deliver important, deeply reported stories about the technology business you won’t find elsewhere. Many of the most influential people in the industry turn to us for fresh information and original insight.

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
    • The Information is the most popular commercial alternative to TechCrunch.

    • The Information is Paid and ProprietaryTechCrunch is Free and Proprietary
  10. WIRED  icon
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    WIRED is where tomorrow is realized. It is the essential source of information and ideas that make sense of a world in constant transformation. The Wired conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives—from culture to business, science to design.

    13 WIRED alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once)
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  11. Mashable icon
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    Mashable is the largest independent website dedicated to news, information and resources for the connected generation. Mashable reports on the importance of digital innovation and how it empowers and inspires people around the world.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  12. GeekWire icon
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    Tech news, commentary and other nerdiness from Seattle, covering Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Internet, startups, mobile, PCs, geek culture, more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Windows Phone
     
    • GeekWire is the most popular Windows alternative to TechCrunch.

    • GeekWire is Free and ProprietaryTechCrunch is also Free and Proprietary
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