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AutoCrit alternatives
AutoCrit compared with 5 alternatives: ProWritingAid, Fictionary, Grammarly, Hemingway Editor and Sudowrite.
AutoCrit has a free plan. Paid plans start at $15 per month, billed annually. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AutoCritThis tool | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web |
| ProWritingAid | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Fictionary | Free trial · from $14/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Grammarly | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Hemingway Editor | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Sudowrite | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from AutoCrit
- Free plan · from $10/mo
ProWritingAid
Grammar, style and story-critique toolkit for book writers
- ProWritingAid starts at $10 per month, billed yearly ($120). AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually.
- Only ProWritingAid lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Only ProWritingAid lists a browser extension.
Suits: Fiction writers who want feedback on a chapter or a whole manuscript
- Free trial · from $14/mo
Fictionary
Story-structure software for outlining, writing and editing novels
- Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly. AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually.
- AutoCrit has a free plan. Fictionary does not, though it has a free trial.
- Fictionary also covers templates.
- AutoCrit also covers grammar & style.
Suits: Novelists revising a first draft for structure before line editing
- Free plan · from $12/mo
Grammarly
Writing assistant for grammar, tone and rewrites in any app
- Grammarly starts at $12 per member / month, billed annually. AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually.
- Only Grammarly lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Grammarly lists a browser extension.
- Grammarly also covers AI agents, citations and documents.
- AutoCrit also covers long-form writing.
Suits: People who write across many apps and want the same checks in each
- Free plan · from $8.33/mo
Hemingway Editor
Readability editor that flags wordy, hard-to-read sentences
- Hemingway Editor starts at $8.33 per month, billed annually ($100); desktop app $19.99 once. AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually.
- Only Hemingway Editor lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Hemingway Editor can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- AutoCrit also covers long-form writing.
Suits: Writers who want to cut wordy sentences and passive voice
- Free trial · from $10/mo
Sudowrite
AI writing partner for drafting and revising fiction
- Sudowrite starts at $10 per month, billed annually (Hobby & Student). AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually.
- AutoCrit has a free plan. Sudowrite does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Sudowrite lists iOS and Android apps.
- Sudowrite also covers dictation and chat assistant.
- AutoCrit also covers grammar & style.
Suits: Novelists who want AI help drafting and revising fiction
Limits worth knowing in AutoCrit
- The Free Forever account includes only select editing tools; the Summary Report, Story Analyzer+, readers and formatting need Pro.
- It is web-based only. The site works on phones, but AutoCrit recommends a desktop or laptop for editing.
- Monthly subscriptions are not refundable. Annual plans can be refunded within 60 days, prorated at $30 a month.
- The editing reports are algorithmic; generative AI is used only in the optional Inspiration Studio.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to AutoCrit?
The alternatives to AutoCrit in this directory are ProWritingAid, Fictionary, Grammarly, Hemingway Editor and Sudowrite. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with AutoCrit.
Is there a free alternative to AutoCrit?
Yes. ProWritingAid, Grammarly and Hemingway Editor have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which AutoCrit alternatives work on Windows?
The AutoCrit listing does not include a Windows app. ProWritingAid, Grammarly and Hemingway Editor list one.
Which AutoCrit alternatives work on macOS?
The AutoCrit listing does not include a macOS app. ProWritingAid, Grammarly and Hemingway Editor list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.