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Updated 2026

The best Hacker News (Show HN) alternatives

Show HN can make your week — or sink without a trace in minutes. A weekly board is a more predictable bet.

A Show HN post can send thousands of visitors, but it's unpredictable. Timing, title and luck matter as much as the product, and most posts never leave the new page.

If you want a guaranteed spot in front of interested people for a whole week, add a launch board to your plan.

Why makers add a weekly board

  • Guaranteed homepage visibility for your launch week
  • Friendly feedback from makers
  • Rich product profile with screenshots and tags
  • Backlink you can earn and keep

Alternatives to Hacker News (Show HN)

  1. 1. SaaS Hunt

    Launch here

    Best for: Predictable weekly exposure

    Every approved launch gets the homepage board for its week.

  2. 2. Indie Hackers

    Visit

    Best for: Founder community

    Post your story, not just your link.

  3. 3. Reddit (r/SideProject)

    Visit

    Best for: Casual feedback

    Read each subreddit's rules first.

Our take

Post a thoughtful Show HN if your product is technical — and launch on a weekly board the same week to catch the spillover.