Writefull alternatives · Writing
Writefull alternatives with a Linux app
The Writefull listing does not include a Linux app. 27 of the 100 other writing tools in this directory list a Linux app.
Writefull has a free plan. Paid plans start at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150). 21 of them are free or have a free plan.
27 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
The 12 closest to Writefull
- Free plan · from $5.83/mo
WPS Writer
Word-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite
- WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+). Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only WPS Writer lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- WPS Writer also covers templates and documents.
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Dabble
Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync
- Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Writefull 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.
- Free plan · from $4.17/mo
Story Architect
Writing app for screenplays, novels, comics and stage plays
- Story Architect starts at $4.17 per month, billed annually. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only Story Architect lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Writefull lists a web app.
- Story Architect also covers long-form writing and mind mapping.
- Free
LibreOffice Writer
Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Writer is free. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only LibreOffice Writer lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Only Writefull lists a web app.
- LibreOffice Writer is open source, according to its own site.
- Free trial · from $14.99 one-time
Typora
Minimal Markdown editor that renders formatting as you type
- Typora starts at $14.99 one-time, before tax. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Writefull has a free plan. Typora does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Typora lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Writefull lists a web app.
- From $147 one-time
Atticus
Book writing and formatting app for ebooks and print
- Atticus starts at $147 one-time. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Writefull has a free plan. Atticus does not.
- Only Atticus lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Atticus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Free plan · from $7.49/mo
WriterDuet
Screenwriting software built for real-time co-writing
- WriterDuet starts at $7.49 per month, billed annually ($89.88); $9.99 billed monthly (Plus). Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only WriterDuet lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- WriterDuet also covers templates and long-form writing.
- Writefull also covers grammar & style.
- Free trial · from $79.95 one-time
Fade In
One-time-purchase screenwriting software for Windows, Mac and Linux
- Fade In starts at $79.95 one-time. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Writefull has a free plan. Fade In does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Fade In lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Fade In can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Free plan · from $7.99/mo
Typst
Markup-based typesetting system with a collaborative web app
- Typst starts at $7.99 per month, billed monthly ($79.99 billed yearly). Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only Typst lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Typst is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Typst also covers templates, citations, long-form writing and presentations.
- Free
Zettlr
Free, open-source Markdown editor for academic writing
- Zettlr is free. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only Zettlr lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Writefull lists a web app.
- Zettlr is open source, according to its own site.
- Free
FocusWriter
Free distraction-free word processor for Windows and Linux
- FocusWriter is free. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only FocusWriter lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Writefull lists a web app.
- FocusWriter is open source, according to its own site.
- Free plan · from $16.99 one-time
Calmly Writer
Distraction-free Markdown writing app sold as a one-time purchase
- Calmly Writer starts at $16.99 one-time (Android); $23.90 one-time for Windows, Mac and Linux. Writefull starts at $12.50 per month, billed annually ($150).
- Only Calmly Writer lists macOS, Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Calmly Writer can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Calmly Writer also covers Markdown.
Common questions
Which Writefull alternatives have a Linux app?
WPS Writer, Dabble, Story Architect, LibreOffice Writer, Typora, Atticus, WriterDuet, Fade In and 19 more list a Linux app.
Does Writefull have a Linux app?
The Writefull listing does not include a Linux app. It lists Web.
Which of these writing tools are free?
WPS Writer, Story Architect, LibreOffice Writer, WriterDuet, Typst, Zettlr, FocusWriter, Calmly Writer and 13 more are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Writefull: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.