Alternatives · Writing
Squibler alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Squibler alternative is Novelcrafter (2.6 GPA). The best free one is Jenni AI (2.4 GPA).
Squibler compared with 5 alternatives: Sudowrite, NovelAI, Novelcrafter, Jenni AI and Atticus.
Squibler has a free plan. Paid plans start at $15.83 per month, billed annually ($29.99 billed monthly). 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SquiblerThis tool | Free plan · from $15.83/mo | Yes | Web |
| Sudowrite | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| NovelAI | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Novelcrafter | Free trial · from $4/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Jenni AI | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| Atticus | From $147 one-time | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
Price against what you get
Squibler starts at $15.83 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 4 of the 4 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Sudowrite, NovelAI, Novelcrafter and Jenni AI.
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 Squibler
Sudowrite
AI writing partner for drafting and revising fiction
- Sudowrite starts at $10 per month, billed annually (Hobby & Student).
- Sudowrite has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Squibler.
- Sudowrite also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Sudowrite also covers dictation.
Suits: Novelists who want AI help drafting and revising fiction
NovelAI
AI co-writer for fiction with an anime-style image generator
- NovelAI starts at $10 per month (Tablet).
- NovelAI has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Squibler.
- NovelAI does not cover chat assistant, which Squibler does.
Suits: Fiction writers who want an AI that continues their own prose
Novelcrafter
Novel writing platform with a story wiki and optional AI
- Novelcrafter starts at $4 per month, or $40 billed annually (Scribe).
- Novelcrafter has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Squibler.
Suits: Novelists and series writers who want a story bible tied to the manuscript
Jenni AI
AI writing workspace for cited academic papers
- Jenni AI starts at $12 per month, billed annually.
- Jenni AI also lists a browser extension.
- Jenni AI also covers web clipper, research and citations.
- Jenni AI does not cover chat assistant and long-form writing, which Squibler does.
Suits: Graduate students and PhD candidates drafting cited papers
Atticus
Book writing and formatting app for ebooks and print
- Atticus starts at $147 one-time.
- Atticus has no free plan, unlike Squibler.
- Atticus also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Atticus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Atticus also covers templates.
Suits: Self-publishing authors who format their own ebooks and print books
Limits worth knowing in Squibler
- Pricing is in AI credits; the free plan's 500 monthly credits are far below Plus at 20,000.
- Export to PDF and DOCX is listed under Plus, not under Free.
- Plus is described for a single book or screenplay; multiple projects point to Pro.
- The pricing FAQ rounds prices ($16 and $49 a month), so the displayed figures differ slightly.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Squibler?
The alternatives to Squibler in this directory are Sudowrite, NovelAI, Novelcrafter, Jenni AI and Atticus. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Squibler.
Is there a free alternative to Squibler?
Yes. Jenni AI has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Squibler alternatives work on Windows?
The Squibler listing does not include a Windows app. Atticus lists one.
Which Squibler alternatives work on macOS?
The Squibler listing does not include a macOS app. Atticus 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.