2026 Comparison

The best free Scrivener alternative

Scrivener is powerful but paid, offline, and complex. PlumyStory offers a modern editor, 100% online, free, with built-in community and writing challenges.

Scrivener vs PlumyStory

FeatureScrivenerPlumyStory
Price$49 (license)Free
Online (cloud)
Cross-platformMac/Win/iOSAny browser
Chapter editor
Character sheets
Mind maps
Ambient sounds
Timed sprints
Progress tracking
Community & forum
Writing challenges
PDF & EPUB export
Built-in beta readers
9 languages

Why switch to PlumyStory?

A modern editor with everything you need to write, organize, and publish your novel.

100% online

No installation, no license. Write from any device with a browser.

Chapter-based editor

Organize your novel into chapters with a rich editor. Reorder, merge, export.

Character sheets

Create detailed character sheets: traits, relationships, narrative arcs, trait radar.

Timed sprints

Boost your productivity with timed writing sessions and real-time tracking.

Ambient sounds

11 ambient soundscapes to write in the best conditions: rain, café, forest, fireplace.

Advanced statistics

Heatmap, progress charts, streak, projected end date. Everything to stay motivated.

PDF, EPUB, DOCX export

Export your manuscript in all formats. Ready for publishers or self-publishing.

Free to start

Generous free version. Pro plans from €4/month. No €50 license like Scrivener.

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