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Campfire alternatives
Campfire compared with 6 alternatives: World Anvil, Plottr, Novelcrafter, Scrivener, LivingWriter and 1 more.
Campfire has a free plan. Paid plans start at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard). 2 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CampfireThis tool | Free plan · from $0.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| World Anvil | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| Plottr | Free trial · from $60/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Novelcrafter | Free trial · from $4/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Scrivener | Free trial · from $23.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| LivingWriter | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| The Novel Factory | Free trial · from $82.50/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
How each one differs from Campfire
- Free plan
World Anvil
Web-based worldbuilding platform for writers and game masters
- Only Campfire lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Campfire can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Fantasy and science-fiction writers documenting a setting as linked articles
- Free trial · from $60/yr
Plottr
Visual book outlining and series bible software
- Plottr starts at $60 per year (Plottr); Plottr Pro is $9.99 per month or $99 per year. Campfire starts at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard).
- Campfire has a free plan. Plottr does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Campfire lists iOS and Android apps.
- Campfire also covers long-form writing.
Suits: Novelists and screenwriters who outline visually before drafting
- Free trial · from $4/mo
Novelcrafter
Novel writing platform with a story wiki and optional AI
- Novelcrafter starts at $4 per month, or $40 billed annually (Scribe). Campfire starts at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard).
- Campfire has a free plan. Novelcrafter does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Campfire lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Campfire can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Novelcrafter also covers chat assistant.
Suits: Novelists and series writers who want a story bible tied to the manuscript
- 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. Campfire starts at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard).
- Campfire has a free plan. Scrivener does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Campfire lists a web app.
- Only Campfire lists an Android app.
Suits: Novelists and academics managing book-length projects
- 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). Campfire starts at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard).
- Campfire can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- LivingWriter also covers chat assistant.
Suits: Novelists who track characters, settings and plot threads beside the draft
- Free trial · from $82.50/yr
The Novel Factory
Novel-writing software with a built-in step-by-step roadmap
- The Novel Factory starts at $82.50 per year, or $8.25 per month billed monthly (Basic). Campfire starts at $0.50 per month for one module; $12 per month for all modules (Standard).
- Campfire has a free plan. The Novel Factory does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Campfire lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: First-time novelists who want a guided, step-by-step process
Limits worth knowing in Campfire
- The free plan caps every module (25,000 manuscript words, 10 characters); elements past a limit are read-only on browser and desktop.
- Offline work is limited to the Mac and Windows desktop app. No Linux app is listed, and the mobile app needs an internet connection.
- The mobile app leaves out the Arcs, Calendar, Languages and Relationships modules.
- Monthly subscriptions are non-refundable; annual and lifetime purchases can be refunded within 30 days.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Campfire?
The alternatives to Campfire in this directory are World Anvil, Plottr, Novelcrafter, Scrivener, LivingWriter and The Novel Factory. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Campfire.
Is there a free alternative to Campfire?
Yes. World Anvil and LivingWriter have a free plan alongside paid ones.
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.