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Writer alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Writer alternative for most people is Microsoft Copilot (3.0 GPA), third in our ranking of AI assistants. It's also the best free one.

Writer compared with 5 alternatives: Glean Assistant, Cohere North, Langdock, Microsoft Copilot and Moveworks.

Writer is a paid product with a free trial. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has 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

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
WriterThis toolFree trialTrial onlyWeb
Glean AssistantPaidNoWeb
Cohere NorthPaidNoWeb
LangdockFree trial · from €23.20/moTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Microsoft CopilotFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
MoveworksPaidNoWeb

How each one differs from Writer

  1. Glean Assistant

    Workplace AI assistant that searches and acts across company apps

    • Glean Assistant also covers AI search.
    • Glean Assistant does not cover long-form writing, which Writer does.

    Suits: Companies that want one assistant over many internal apps

    Glean Assistant vs WriterGlean Assistant pricing and details

  2. Cohere North

    Enterprise AI workspace with agents, search and automations

    • Cohere North also covers AI search.
    • Cohere North does not cover long-form writing, which Writer does.

    Suits: Large organizations that need AI inside their own cloud or data center

    Cohere North vs WriterCohere North pricing and details

  3. Langdock

    Model-agnostic AI chat, agents and workflows for companies

    • Langdock starts at €23.20 per user / month, billed annually, models included (excl. VAT).
    • Langdock also lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Langdock does not cover long-form writing, which Writer does.

    Suits: European companies rolling out AI to every employee under GDPR

    Langdock vs WriterLangdock pricing and details

  4. Microsoft Copilot

    Microsoft's AI assistant for chat, images and Microsoft 365 apps

    • Microsoft Copilot starts at $9.99 per month, or $99.99 per year (Microsoft 365 Personal).
    • Microsoft Copilot has a free plan, which Writer lacks.
    • Microsoft Copilot also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
    • Microsoft Copilot also covers AI search and research.
    • Microsoft Copilot does not cover workflow automation and long-form writing, which Writer does.

    Suits: People who already work in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

    Microsoft Copilot vs WriterMicrosoft Copilot pricing and details

  5. Moveworks

    Employee-facing AI assistant for IT, HR and finance requests

    • Moveworks also covers AI search.
    • Moveworks does not cover long-form writing, which Writer does.

    Suits: Large employers cutting routine IT and HR requests

    Moveworks vs WriterMoveworks pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Writer

  • Neither plan shows a price, so the Starter cost per seat has to be requested or seen at sign-up.
  • Starter caps users at 5, playbooks at 5 and active connectors at 3.
  • SSO, SCIM, audit logs and HIPAA coverage are Enterprise features.
  • Refunds are at Writer's discretion, and it does not accept ACH, invoicing or PayPal.
Writer pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Writer?

The alternatives to Writer in this directory are Glean Assistant, Cohere North, Langdock, Microsoft Copilot and Moveworks. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Writer.

Is there a free alternative to Writer?

Yes. Microsoft Copilot has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Writer alternatives work on Windows?

The Writer listing does not include a Windows app. Langdock and Microsoft Copilot list one.

Which Writer alternatives work on macOS?

The Writer listing does not include a macOS app. Langdock and Microsoft Copilot list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 26, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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