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Paraphraser.io alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Paraphraser.io alternative is QuillBot (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Paraphraser.io compared with 4 alternatives: QuillBot, WordAi, Wordtune and Smodin.
Paraphraser.io has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9 per week. 2 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paraphraser.ioThis tool | Free plan · from $9 | Yes | Web |
| QuillBot | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| WordAi | Free trial · from $9/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Wordtune | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| Smodin | From $10/mo | No | Web, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Paraphraser.io starts at $39 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: QuillBot.
WordAi, Wordtune and Smodin start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Paraphraser.io
QuillBot
AI paraphraser with grammar, summarizing and AI-detection tools
- QuillBot starts at $8.33 per month, billed annually (Premium).
- QuillBot also lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- QuillBot also covers chat assistant and citations.
Suits: Students and writers who need to reword or shorten existing text
WordAi
Article rewriter for bulk content with an API
- WordAi starts at $9 per month, billed annually ($17 billed monthly).
- WordAi has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Paraphraser.io.
- WordAi also covers long-form writing.
- WordAi does not cover grammar & style, which Paraphraser.io does.
Suits: Content teams and SEO agencies rewriting many articles in bulk
Wordtune
AI rewriting, grammar and summarizing assistant for English
- Wordtune starts at $6.99 per month, billed annually (Advanced).
- Wordtune also lists an iOS app and a browser extension.
Suits: Non-native English speakers polishing emails and messages
Smodin
AI writer, detector, humanizer and plagiarism checker
- Smodin starts at $10 per month, billed annually ($12.99 billed monthly).
- Smodin has no free plan, unlike Paraphraser.io.
- Smodin also lists a browser extension.
- Smodin also covers chat assistant and long-form writing.
- Smodin does not cover grammar & style, which Paraphraser.io does.
Suits: Students and writers who want detection and plagiarism checks in one place
Limits worth knowing in Paraphraser.io
- The free per-paraphrase word cap is stated as 400 in the editor and 600 in the page text.
- Paid plans are measured in total paraphrasing words, so heavy use can use up an allowance before the term ends.
- There is no monthly or yearly price below $23 a month; the cheapest options are weekly.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Paraphraser.io?
The alternatives to Paraphraser.io in this directory are QuillBot, WordAi, Wordtune and Smodin. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Paraphraser.io.
Is there a free alternative to Paraphraser.io?
Yes. QuillBot and Wordtune have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Paraphraser.io alternatives work on Windows?
The Paraphraser.io listing does not include a Windows app. QuillBot lists one.
Which Paraphraser.io alternatives work on macOS?
The Paraphraser.io listing does not include a macOS app. QuillBot lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.