The Manual is a free men’s lifestyle publication offering practical guidance on style, grooming, travel, food, fitness, outdoor gear, and buying decisions.
The Manual included for comparison — click any alternative to jump to its full breakdown below.
| Alternative | Pricing | License | Built for | Founded | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manual Current | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Everyday Users Shoppers | 2012 | The one you're replacing |
| The Art of Manliness | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Education Everyday Users | 2008 | Practical modern manhood guidance |
| Thrillist | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Everyday Users Shoppers | 2004 | Food-focused city exploration |
| Goop | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Everyday Users Shoppers | 2008 | Premium curated lifestyle advice |
| The Good Trade | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Everyday Users Shoppers | 2014 | Sustainable intentional living |
| Popsugar | $0.00Free | Proprietary | Everyday Users Shoppers | 2006 | Fitness and shopping trends |
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The Art of Manliness publishes practical guides and thoughtful essays on skills, character, relationships, work, and traditional masculinity.
Finding worthwhile places to eat, drink, and explore gets easier with Thrillist, an editorial guide known for accessible city lists and food-focused travel ideas.
Sorting through premium lifestyle options gets easier with Goop, a polished editorial shop that narrows an overwhelming market to a distinctive, high-end point of view.
The Good Trade publishes thoughtful coverage of sustainable shopping, wellness, and intentional living. It is especially useful for finding values-conscious brands without sorting through dozens of corporate claims.
POPSUGAR is a free lifestyle publication that turns entertainment, beauty, fitness, wellness, and shopping trends into quick, approachable reads.
