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Fictionary alternatives
Fictionary compared with 5 alternatives: AutoCrit, ProWritingAid, Plottr, The Novel Factory and Dabble.
Fictionary is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly. 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 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| FictionaryThis tool | Free trial · from $14/mo | Trial only | Web |
| AutoCrit | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web |
| ProWritingAid | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Plottr | Free trial · from $60/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| The Novel Factory | Free trial · from $82.50/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Dabble | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Fictionary
- Free plan · from $15/mo
AutoCrit
Online manuscript editor and story analysis for book authors
- AutoCrit starts at $15 per month, billed annually. Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly.
- AutoCrit has a free plan. Fictionary does not, though it has a free trial.
- AutoCrit also covers grammar & style.
- Fictionary also covers templates.
Suits: Novelists self-editing a draft before paying a human editor
- Free plan · from $10/mo
ProWritingAid
Grammar, style and story-critique toolkit for book writers
- ProWritingAid starts at $10 per month, billed yearly ($120). Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly.
- ProWritingAid has a free plan. Fictionary does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only ProWritingAid lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Only ProWritingAid lists a browser extension.
- ProWritingAid also covers grammar & style.
Suits: Fiction writers who want feedback on a chapter or a whole manuscript
- 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. Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly.
- Only Plottr lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Plottr can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Fictionary also covers long-form writing.
Suits: Novelists and screenwriters who outline visually before drafting
- 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). Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly.
- Only The Novel Factory lists macOS and Windows apps.
- The Novel Factory can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: First-time novelists who want a guided, step-by-step process
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). Fictionary starts at $14 per month, billed annually ($168); $19 billed monthly.
- Only Dabble lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Dabble can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Dabble also covers grammar & style.
- Fictionary also covers templates.
Suits: Novelists who want plotting, notes and the manuscript in one place
Limits worth knowing in Fictionary
- There is no free plan: after the 7-day trial every plan is a paid subscription.
- The support FAQ says it works in Safari or Chrome on a laptop or desktop, and that phones and tablets are not supported yet.
- Manuscripts are imported only as Microsoft Word .docx files, and StoryTeller holds 3 manuscripts at a time unless you move to Premium.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Fictionary?
The alternatives to Fictionary in this directory are AutoCrit, ProWritingAid, Plottr, The Novel Factory and Dabble. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Fictionary.
Is there a free alternative to Fictionary?
Yes. AutoCrit and ProWritingAid have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Fictionary alternatives work on Windows?
The Fictionary listing does not include a Windows app. ProWritingAid, Plottr, The Novel Factory and Dabble list one.
Which Fictionary alternatives work on macOS?
The Fictionary listing does not include a macOS app. ProWritingAid, Plottr, The Novel Factory and Dabble 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.