Writing Tools
Writing tools for Windows
39 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list a Windows app.
28 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 |
| iA WriterMinimal plain-text Markdown writing app with Focus Mode | Free trial · from $19.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| ProWritingAidGrammar, style and story-critique toolkit for book writers | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Hemingway EditorReadability editor that flags wordy, hard-to-read sentences | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
| LanguageToolGrammar and style checker for more than 30 languages | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| LibreOffice WriterFree, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Final DraftScreenwriting software with automatic script formatting | Free trial · from $99.99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| TyporaMinimal Markdown editor that renders formatting as you type | Free trial · from $14.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WPS WriterWord-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| AtticusBook writing and formatting app for ebooks and print | From $147 one-time | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| DabbleNovel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| PlottrVisual book outlining and series bible software | Free trial · from $60/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| 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 |
| Fade InOne-time-purchase screenwriting software for Windows, Mac and Linux | Free trial · from $79.95 one-time | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| CeltxOnline scriptwriting with pre-production planning tools | Free plan · from $11.24/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, Android |
| Arc StudioScreenwriting app with outlining and real-time co-writing | Free plan · from $69/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| DeepL WriteAI writing assistant for corrections, rephrasing and tone | Free plan · from €6.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| TypstMarkup-based typesetting system with a collaborative web app | Free plan · from $7.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| ZettlrFree, open-source Markdown editor for academic writing | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| FocusWriterFree distraction-free word processor for Windows and Linux | Free | Free | Windows, Linux |
| Calmly WriterDistraction-free Markdown writing app sold as a one-time purchase | Free plan · from $16.99 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| ghostwriterFree, open-source Markdown editor from KDE for focused writing | Free | Free | Windows, Linux |
| AntidoteGrammar corrector, dictionaries and language guides in one | Free trial · from $59.95/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| TrinkaAI grammar checker and writing assistant for academic writing | Free plan · from $48/yr | Yes | Web, Windows, Browser extension |
| MarkTextFree, open-source Markdown editor with in-place live rendering | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| ManuskriptFree, open-source novel planner with an outliner and index cards | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| yWriterNovel-writing software that organizes a book into scenes | Free plan · from $5.49 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| novelWriterFree, open-source plain-text editor for writing novels | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| 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 |
| TrelbyFree, open-source screenwriting program for desktop | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Cold Turkey WriterText editor that locks your computer until a writing goal is met | Free plan · from $14.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Markdown MonsterMarkdown editor and weblog publisher for Windows | Free trial · from $99 one-time | Trial only | Windows |
| The Novel FactoryNovel-writing software with a built-in step-by-step roadmap | Free trial · from $82.50/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
Common questions
Which writing tools work on Windows?
39 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list a Windows app. They are Grammarly, Microsoft Word, Scrivener, QuillBot, iA Writer, ProWritingAid, Hemingway Editor, LanguageTool, LibreOffice Writer, Final Draft, Typora, WPS Writer, Atticus, Dabble, Plottr and 24 more.
Which of these writing tools are free?
Grammarly, Microsoft Word, QuillBot, ProWritingAid, Hemingway Editor, LanguageTool, LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, Campfire, LivingWriter, WriterDuet, Celtx, Arc Studio, DeepL Write, Typst 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 Oct 9, 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 each listing names the pages it was read from.