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Lex alternatives
Lex compared with 6 alternatives: Type.ai, Google Docs, Grammarly, HyperWrite, Wordtune and 1 more.
Lex has a free plan. Paid plans start at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88). 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LexThis tool | Free plan · from $14.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Type.ai | Free trial · from $8/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Google Docs | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Grammarly | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| HyperWrite | Free plan · from $16/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| Wordtune | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| Ellipsus | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Lex
- Free trial · from $8/mo
Type.ai
AI document editor for books, screenplays and long-form stories
- Type.ai starts at $8 per month, billed annually ($96). Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Lex has a free plan. Type.ai does not, though it has a free trial.
- Type.ai also covers long-form writing.
- Lex also covers chat assistant, documents and grammar & style.
Suits: Novelists and screenwriters drafting with AI assistance
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Google Docs
Browser-based word processor, free with a Google Account
- Google Docs starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Only Google Docs lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Google Docs lists a browser extension.
- Google Docs also covers templates.
- Lex also covers chat assistant and grammar & style.
Suits: People and teams who draft and review documents together in a browser
- 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. Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Only Grammarly lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Grammarly lists a browser extension.
- Grammarly also covers AI agents and citations.
- Lex also covers chat assistant.
Suits: People who write across many apps and want the same checks in each
- Free plan · from $16/mo
HyperWrite
AI writing assistant with autocomplete, chat and cited research
- HyperWrite starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($192). Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Only HyperWrite lists a browser extension.
- HyperWrite also covers AI agents, research and citations.
- Lex also covers documents and grammar & style.
Suits: People who write in Chrome and want inline sentence completions
- Free plan · from $6.99/mo
Wordtune
AI rewriting, grammar and summarizing assistant for English
- Wordtune starts at $6.99 per month, billed annually (Advanced). Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Only Wordtune lists an iOS app.
- Only Wordtune lists a browser extension.
- Lex also covers chat assistant and documents.
Suits: Non-native English speakers polishing emails and messages
- Free plan · from $6/mo
Ellipsus
Collaborative writing tool for creative writers
- Ellipsus starts at $6 per month for 24 months, or $99 one-time. Lex starts at $14.99 per month, billed yearly ($179.88).
- Ellipsus also covers long-form writing.
- Lex also covers chat assistant and grammar & style.
Suits: Co-authors, editors and beta readers working on fiction together
Limits worth knowing in Lex
- Free accounts get 30 Ask Lex messages a day, 5 saved-prompt runs a month and a small daily AI budget; premium models need Lex Pro.
- Lex Pro's AI use is metered: the plan includes $30 of AI credits a month, and heavier use can be covered by overage credits sold at cost.
- Lex runs in a desktop or mobile browser. An iOS app is offered to Pro subscribers as early access, and no desktop app is listed.
- Track changes is marked as coming soon on the homepage.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Lex?
The alternatives to Lex in this directory are Type.ai, Google Docs, Grammarly, HyperWrite, Wordtune and Ellipsus. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Lex.
Is there a free alternative to Lex?
Yes. Google Docs, Grammarly, HyperWrite, Wordtune and Ellipsus have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Lex alternatives work on Windows?
The Lex listing does not include a Windows app. Grammarly lists one.
Which Lex alternatives work on macOS?
The Lex listing does not include a macOS app. Grammarly lists 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.