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Atticus alternatives
Atticus compared with 5 alternatives: Vellum, Scrivener, Reedsy Studio, Dabble and LivingWriter.
Atticus is a paid product, starting at $147 one-time. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AtticusThis tool | From $147 one-time | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Vellum | Free trial · from $199.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Scrivener | Free trial · from $23.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Reedsy Studio | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Dabble | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| LivingWriter | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Atticus
- Free trial · from $199.99 one-time
Vellum
Mac app for formatting ebooks and print books
- Vellum starts at $199.99 one-time, before tax (Vellum Ebooks). Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- Only Atticus lists a web app.
- Only Atticus lists Windows and Linux apps.
Suits: Self-publishing authors on a Mac who format their own books
- Free trial · from $23.99 one-time
Scrivener
Manuscript writing app with a binder, corkboard and outliner
- Scrivener starts at $23.99 one-time (iOS); $59.99 one-time for macOS or Windows. Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- Only Scrivener lists an iOS app.
- Only Atticus lists a web app.
- Only Atticus lists a Linux app.
Suits: Novelists and academics managing book-length projects
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Reedsy Studio
Browser-based book writing app with free EPUB and PDF typesetting
- Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on). Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- Reedsy Studio has a free plan. Atticus does not.
- Only Atticus lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Atticus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Self-publishing authors who want EPUB and print-ready PDF files at no cost
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- Dabble also covers grammar & style.
- Atticus also covers templates.
Suits: Novelists who want plotting, notes and the manuscript in one place
- Free plan · from $15/mo
LivingWriter
Cloud writing app for books and screenplays with planning boards
- LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro). Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- LivingWriter has a free plan. Atticus does not.
- Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Atticus lists a Linux app.
- Atticus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Novelists who track characters, settings and plot threads beside the draft
Limits worth knowing in Atticus
- There is no free trial or free version; the vendor offers a 30-day money-back guarantee instead, and says it has no discounts.
- The installable app is a Progressive Web App set up through Chrome, and the help center advises against using the Edge browser.
- Editors, co-writers and beta readers each need their own purchased Atticus account to collaborate inside the app.
- Export covers EPUB, PDF and DOCX, and the vendor's own comparison table lists version control as coming soon.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Atticus?
The alternatives to Atticus in this directory are Vellum, Scrivener, Reedsy Studio, Dabble and LivingWriter. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Atticus.
Is there a free alternative to Atticus?
Yes. Reedsy Studio and LivingWriter have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Atticus alternatives work on Android?
The Atticus listing does not include an Android app. LivingWriter lists one.
Which Atticus alternatives work on iOS?
The Atticus listing does not include an iOS app. Scrivener and LivingWriter list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.