Leaf

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Overview

Leaf is an RSS news reader application for macOS that enables users to read, share, star, and search news feeds through a clean, minimalist interface. It supports local RSS engine processing alongside Feedly for online syncing, catering to users seeking a simple tool for managing RSS subscriptions without advanced complexity.

Key Features

Clutter-free mode - Removes article formatting and ads to display only text and images.
Summary mode - Shows only the summary paragraph for quick feed browsing.
Web view - Loads the original article in a built-in browser.
Push notifications - Alerts for new articles via OS X Notification Center, with or without sound.
Trackpad gestures and keyboard shortcuts - Supports gestures and shortcuts for efficient navigation.
Star and search - Allows starring articles and searching across feeds.
Feedly sync - Online syncing with Feedly service.
Themes and dark mode - Optional dark interface and customizable themes.
Sharing options - Integrates with services like Pocket, Evernote, Instapaper, and social media.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	Free	Full access to all features, no paid tiers.

Platforms & Requirements

Leaf runs exclusively on macOS via the Mac App Store. It supports OS X full-screen mode, trackpad gestures, and Notification Center integration. Minimum requirements align with standard Mac App Store compatibility; no notable platform-specific limitations mentioned.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Feedly (online syncing)
Pocket (save articles)
Evernote (save articles)
Instapaper (save articles)
Readability (save articles)
Buffer (sharing)
Facebook (sharing)
Twitter (sharing)
LinkedIn (sharing)

Alternatives

App	Difference
Lire	Offers full-text parsing of truncated articles and self-hostable aggregator integrations.
NetNewsWire	Provides more advanced RSS features with broader sync options beyond Feedly.
Reeder	Emphasizes polished design with support for multiple sync services like Feedly and Inoreader.
Vienna	Open-source alternative with extensive customization for power users.

Reputation

Leaf is perceived as an elegant, minimalist RSS reader praised for its clean interface, gesture support, and essential features like clutter-free reading. Users and reviewers highlight its productivity and selection by Apple as a top app, though some note pop-up rating requests as annoying. It lacks advanced features compared to competitors but suits occasional RSS users effectively.

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