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Storyist alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Storyist alternative for most people is Scrivener (2.8 GPA), third in our ranking of writing tools.
Storyist compared with 5 alternatives: Scrivener, Novelcrafter, Dabble, Plottr and Final Draft.
Storyist is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $19 one-time (iOS). None of the alternatives has a free plan. 5 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| StoryistThis tool | Free trial · from $19 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Scrivener | Free trial · from $23.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Novelcrafter | Free trial · from $4/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Dabble | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Plottr | Free trial · from $60/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Final Draft | Free trial · from $99.99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
How each one differs from Storyist
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.
- Scrivener also lists a Windows app.
- Scrivener also covers templates.
- Scrivener does not cover documents, which Storyist does.
Suits: Novelists and academics managing book-length projects
Novelcrafter
Novel writing platform with a story wiki and optional AI
- Novelcrafter starts at $4 per month, or $40 billed annually (Scribe).
- Novelcrafter also lists a web app.
- Novelcrafter lists no macOS and iOS apps, which Storyist has.
- Novelcrafter also covers chat assistant.
- Novelcrafter does not cover documents, which Storyist does.
Suits: Novelists and series writers who want a story bible tied to the manuscript
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer).
- Dabble also lists a web app and Windows and Linux apps.
- Dabble lists no iOS app, which Storyist has.
- Dabble also covers grammar & style.
- Dabble does not cover documents, which Storyist does.
Suits: Novelists who want plotting, notes and the manuscript in one place
Plottr
Visual book outlining and series bible software
- Plottr starts at $60 per year (Plottr); Plottr Pro is $9.99 per month or $99 per year.
- Plottr also lists a web app and a Windows app.
- Plottr lists no iOS app, which Storyist has.
- Plottr also covers templates.
- Plottr does not cover documents and long-form writing, which Storyist does.
Suits: Novelists and screenwriters who outline visually before drafting
Final Draft
Screenwriting software with automatic script formatting
- Final Draft starts at $99.99 per year or $16.99 per month (Suite); $249.99 one-time for Final Draft 13.
- Final Draft also lists a web app and a Windows app.
- Final Draft also covers templates.
- Final Draft does not cover documents, which Storyist does.
Suits: Screenwriters who need scripts in industry-standard format
Limits worth knowing in Storyist
- There is no Windows, Android or web version.
- The Mac and iOS apps are bought separately.
- Orders from the vendor's store are processed by Paddle, the merchant of record.
- The iOS app lists a narrower set of formats and tools than the Mac app, and the book editor is described only for the Mac.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Storyist?
The alternatives to Storyist in this directory are Scrivener, Novelcrafter, Dabble, Plottr and Final Draft. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Storyist.
Is there a free alternative to Storyist?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Scrivener, Novelcrafter, Dabble, Plottr and Final Draft offer a free trial.
Which Storyist alternatives work on Windows?
The Storyist listing does not include a Windows app. Scrivener, Dabble, Plottr and Final Draft list one.
Which Storyist alternatives work on Linux?
The Storyist listing does not include a Linux app. Dabble 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.