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Ellipsus alternatives
Ellipsus compared with 5 alternatives: Novlr, Dabble, LivingWriter, Reedsy Studio and Lex.
Ellipsus has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EllipsusThis tool | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web |
| Novlr | Free plan · from $8/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 |
| Reedsy Studio | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Lex | Free plan · from $14.99/mo | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Ellipsus
- Free plan · from $8/mo
Novlr
Browser-based novel writing workspace built around writing goals
- Novlr starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96); $10 billed monthly (Starter). Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time.
- Novlr also covers grammar & style.
- Ellipsus also covers documents.
Suits: Novelists who want a clean, distraction-free place to draft
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time.
- Ellipsus has a free plan. Dabble does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Dabble lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Dabble can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Dabble also covers grammar & style.
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). Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time.
- Only LivingWriter lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- LivingWriter also covers chat assistant and templates.
- Ellipsus also covers documents.
Suits: Novelists who track characters, settings and plot threads beside the draft
- 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). Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time.
- Reedsy Studio also covers templates.
- Ellipsus also covers documents.
Suits: Self-publishing authors who want EPUB and print-ready PDF files at no cost
- Free plan · from $14.99/mo
Lex
Collaborative word processor with built-in AI editing
- Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88). Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time.
- Lex also covers chat assistant and grammar & style.
- Ellipsus also covers long-form writing.
Suits: Writers who want AI feedback on a draft instead of generated text
Limits worth knowing in Ellipsus
- Browser-based only: there is no mobile or desktop app yet, though the help center suggests setting it up as a PWA.
- Offline access and tables are listed as still to come.
- On the free plan, version history covers 30 days and image uploads are capped at 512 KB.
- Collaborator chat is moving to Plus and becomes read-only for free users.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Ellipsus?
The alternatives to Ellipsus in this directory are Novlr, Dabble, LivingWriter, Reedsy Studio and Lex. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ellipsus.
Is there a free alternative to Ellipsus?
Yes. Novlr, LivingWriter, Reedsy Studio and Lex have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Ellipsus alternatives work on Windows?
The Ellipsus listing does not include a Windows app. Dabble and LivingWriter list one.
Which Ellipsus alternatives work on macOS?
The Ellipsus listing does not include a macOS app. Dabble 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 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.