Writing Tools
Writing tools for iPhone and iPad
26 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list an iPhone and iPad app.
17 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| GrammarlyWriting assistant for grammar, tone and rewrites in any app | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Microsoft WordWord processor sold with Microsoft 365, free in the browser | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| ScrivenerManuscript writing app with a binder, corkboard and outliner | Free trial · from $23.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| QuillBotAI paraphraser with grammar, summarizing and AI-detection tools | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| UlyssesMarkup-based writing app for Mac, iPad and iPhone | Free trial · from $39.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| iA WriterMinimal plain-text Markdown writing app with Focus Mode | Free trial · from $19.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| LanguageToolGrammar and style checker for more than 30 languages | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| Final DraftScreenwriting software with automatic script formatting | Free trial · from $99.99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| WordtuneAI rewriting, grammar and summarizing assistant for English | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| SudowriteAI writing partner for drafting and revising fiction | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| WPS WriterWord-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| CampfireModular novel writing and worldbuilding app with per-module pricing | Free plan · from $0.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| LivingWriterCloud writing app for books and screenplays with planning boards | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| WriterDuetScreenwriting software built for real-time co-writing | Free plan · from $7.49/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Arc StudioScreenwriting app with outlining and real-time co-writing | Free plan · from $69/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Highland ProPlain-text screenwriting app for Mac, iPad and iPhone | Free trial · from $4.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| DeepL WriteAI writing assistant for corrections, rephrasing and tone | Free plan · from €6.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| AntidoteGrammar corrector, dictionaries and language guides in one | Free trial · from $59.95/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| yWriterNovel-writing software that organizes a book into scenes | Free plan · from $5.49 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| bibiscoNovel planning and writing software built around characters | Free plan · from $3.49/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Story ArchitectWriting app for screenplays, novels, comics and stage plays | Free plan · from $4.17/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| BeatFree, open-source Fountain screenwriting app for Mac and iOS | Free plan · from $11.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| SluglinePlain-text screenwriting app for Mac, iPhone and iPad | Free plan · from $19.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| MellelMac word processor for long academic and technical documents | Free trial · from $69.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| JotterPadMarkdown and Fountain editor for books, papers and screenplays | Free plan · from $29.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| 1WriterMarkdown editor for iPhone and iPad with scriptable actions | From $4.99 one-time | No | iOS |
Common questions
Which writing tools work on iPhone and iPad?
26 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list an iPhone and iPad app. They are Grammarly, Microsoft Word, Scrivener, QuillBot, Ulysses, iA Writer, LanguageTool, Final Draft, Wordtune, Sudowrite, WPS Writer, Campfire, LivingWriter, WriterDuet, Arc Studio and 11 more.
Which of these writing tools are free?
Grammarly, Microsoft Word, QuillBot, LanguageTool, Wordtune, WPS Writer, Campfire, LivingWriter, WriterDuet, Arc Studio, DeepL Write, yWriter, bibisco, Story Architect, Beat and 2 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 Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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