Alternatives · Writing
Smodin alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Smodin alternative is QuillBot (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Smodin compared with 5 alternatives: QuillBot, Jenni AI, Wordtune, Yomu AI and Pangram.
Smodin is a paid product, starting at $10 per month, billed annually ($12.99 billed monthly). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SmodinThis tool | From $10/mo | No | Web, Browser extension |
| QuillBot | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Jenni AI | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| Wordtune | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| Yomu AI | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Pangram | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Smodin starts at $10 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 5 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: QuillBot.
Jenni AI and Pangram score higher without starting lower. Wordtune starts 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 Smodin
QuillBot
AI paraphraser with grammar, summarizing and AI-detection tools
- QuillBot starts at $8.33 per month, billed annually (Premium).
- QuillBot has a free plan, which Smodin lacks.
- QuillBot also lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- QuillBot also covers citations and grammar & style.
- QuillBot does not cover long-form writing, which Smodin does.
Suits: Students and writers who need to reword or shorten existing text
Jenni AI
AI writing workspace for cited academic papers
- Jenni AI starts at $12 per month, billed annually.
- Jenni AI has a free plan, which Smodin lacks.
- Jenni AI also covers web clipper, research and citations.
- Jenni AI does not cover chat assistant and long-form writing, which Smodin does.
Suits: Graduate students and PhD candidates drafting cited papers
Wordtune
AI rewriting, grammar and summarizing assistant for English
- Wordtune starts at $6.99 per month, billed annually (Advanced).
- Wordtune has a free plan, which Smodin lacks.
- Wordtune also lists an iOS app.
- Wordtune also covers grammar & style.
- Wordtune does not cover chat assistant and long-form writing, which Smodin does.
Suits: Non-native English speakers polishing emails and messages
Yomu AI
AI assistant for essays, papers and citations
- Yomu AI starts at $10 per month, billed annually ($21 billed monthly).
- Yomu AI lists no browser extension, which Smodin has.
- Yomu AI also covers citations.
Suits: Students writing essays and research papers who want citation help
Pangram
Detects AI-written text and images, with a free daily allowance
- Pangram starts at $15 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Pangram has a free plan, which Smodin lacks.
- Pangram does not cover chat assistant and long-form writing, which Smodin does.
Suits: Teachers and professors checking student work for AI writing
Limits worth knowing in Smodin
- The pricing FAQ says all subscription purchases are non-refundable.
- No free plan or trial is stated on the pricing page; both plans are paid.
- Writing output is limited on Starter, and the Chrome extension is Premium only.
- Tools that help text bypass AI detectors may breach school or workplace rules.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Smodin?
The alternatives to Smodin in this directory are QuillBot, Jenni AI, Wordtune, Yomu AI and Pangram. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Smodin.
Is there a free alternative to Smodin?
Yes. QuillBot, Jenni AI, Wordtune and Pangram have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Smodin alternatives work on Windows?
The Smodin listing does not include a Windows app. QuillBot lists one.
Which Smodin alternatives work on macOS?
The Smodin 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 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.