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Reedsy Studio alternatives
Reedsy Studio compared with 6 alternatives: Atticus, Vellum, Dabble, Scrivener, Novlr and 1 more.
Reedsy Studio has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on). 2 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reedsy StudioThis tool | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Atticus | From $147 one-time | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Vellum | Free trial · from $199.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Dabble | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Scrivener | Free trial · from $23.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Novlr | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web |
| Ellipsus | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Reedsy Studio
- From $147 one-time
Atticus
Book writing and formatting app for ebooks and print
- Atticus starts at $147 one-time. Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Reedsy Studio has a free plan. Atticus does not.
- Only Atticus lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Atticus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Self-publishing authors who format their own ebooks and print books
- Free trial · from $199.99 one-time
Vellum
Mac app for formatting ebooks and print books
- Vellum starts at $199.99 one-time, before tax (Vellum Ebooks). Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Reedsy Studio has a free plan. Vellum does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Vellum lists a macOS app.
- Only Reedsy Studio lists a web app.
- Vellum can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Self-publishing authors on a Mac who format their own books
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Reedsy Studio 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 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. Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Reedsy Studio has a free plan. Scrivener does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Scrivener lists macOS, Windows and iOS apps.
- Only Reedsy Studio lists a web app.
- Scrivener can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Novelists and academics managing book-length projects
- 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). Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Novlr also covers grammar & style.
- Reedsy Studio also covers templates.
Suits: Novelists who want a clean, distraction-free place to draft
- 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. Reedsy Studio starts at $4.99 per month, or $52.99 billed annually (Craft add-on).
- Ellipsus also covers documents.
- Reedsy Studio also covers templates.
Suits: Co-authors, editors and beta readers working on fiction together
Limits worth knowing in Reedsy Studio
- It runs only in a browser: there is no desktop or dedicated mobile app, and Reedsy's FAQ says it cannot be used offline yet.
- Free accounts keep 30 days of writing history and get one Board limited to card view.
- Dark mode, custom goals and advanced stats are only in the paid add-ons.
- Boards cannot be shared with a collaborator yet, according to Reedsy's planning FAQ.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Reedsy Studio?
The alternatives to Reedsy Studio in this directory are Atticus, Vellum, Dabble, Scrivener, Novlr and Ellipsus. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Reedsy Studio.
Is there a free alternative to Reedsy Studio?
Yes. Novlr and Ellipsus have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Reedsy Studio alternatives work on Windows?
The Reedsy Studio listing does not include a Windows app. Atticus, Dabble and Scrivener list one.
Which Reedsy Studio alternatives work on macOS?
The Reedsy Studio listing does not include a macOS app. Atticus, Vellum, Dabble and Scrivener 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.