raven-reader ☆

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Description:
News reader with flexible settings

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.0.80@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: rss news reader productivity offline

Install: brew install --cask raven-reader

About:
Raven Reader is a desktop news reader application designed for power users who need an efficient way to consume information. It supports RSS feeds and offers a distraction-free reading environment with offline capabilities. The tool's main value proposition is its flexible configuration and keyboard shortcuts, which streamline the workflow for tracking technical news and blogs.

Key Features:

Support for RSS and Atom feeds
Built-in read-later and offline reading capabilities
Customizable keyboard shortcuts for navigation
Built-in ad-blocker for clean reading
Cross-platform desktop application

Use Cases:

Aggregating technical blogs and news sources into a single dashboard
Reading articles offline during commutes or travel
Managing a 'read later' queue without relying on cloud services

Alternatives:

NetNewsWire – NetNewsWire is a free, open-source alternative focused on native macOS integration, while Raven Reader offers a more cross-platform experience with built-in read-later features.
Feedly – Feedly is a cloud-based service with strong collaboration tools, whereas Raven Reader is a standalone desktop app focused on local storage and privacy.

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