Novlr AlternativesNovel Authoring Tools & Word Processors like Novlr

Novlr is described as 'A powerful online and offline writing tool accessible from any device with chapter organization, advanced grammar check, and version history features' and is a Novel Authoring tool in the news & books category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Novlr for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, SaaS and iPhone apps. The best Novlr alternative is Manuskript, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Novlr are Scrivener, bibisco, yWriter and Hemingway Editor.

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Novlr alternatives page was last updated Apr 17, 2025
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  1. Manuskript icon

    Manuskript

     160 likes
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    Manuskript is an open-source tool for writers, with outliner, character management, plot development, distraction-free editor, etc.

    109 Manuskript alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Manuskript screenshot 1

    Top Manuskript Features

    1.  Outliner
    2.  Tree structure
    3.  Tracking of plots
    4.  Distraction-free Writing
    5.  Tracking of characters
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  Support for MarkDown
    12.  File Versioning

    Manuskript VS Novlr

     

    • Manuskript is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Novlr.

    • Manuskript is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Novlr.

    • Manuskript is Free and Open SourceNovlr is Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Scrivener icon

    Scrivener

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    Tailored for extensive writing, this tool offers flexible structure and organization, integrates project outlines, supports various formats, and allows reorganization through drag and drop, ensuring research materials are within reach for efficient work.

    107 Scrivener alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac
    • Wine
    Scrivener screenshot 1

    Top Scrivener Features

    1.  Corkboard
    2.  Document compiler
    3.  Character database
    4.  Scene Management
    5.  Visual Organization
    6.  Split files into sections
    7.  Support for scripting
    8. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX
    9.  Multi-document View
    10.  Integrated Search
    11.  Folders
    12.  Word counter

    Scrivener VS Novlr

     

    • Scrivener is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to Novlr.

    • Scrivener is the most popular commercial alternative to Novlr.

    • Scrivener is Paid and ProprietaryNovlr is Freemium and Proprietary
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    bibisco

     83 likes
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    bibisco is a novel writing software that helps you to write your story, in a simple way.

    45 bibisco alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Electron / Atom Shell
    • Node.JS
    Novel architecture

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Character development
    2.  Timeline
    3.  Scene Management
    4.  Tracking of plots
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  WYSIWYG Support
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Spell Checking
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Hierarchical Structure
    12.  Portable

    bibisco VS Novlr

     
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    yWriter

     66 likes
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    yWriter is a writing tool that uses "scenes" as a unit of text and allows you to associate that text with all manner of story elements (characters, locations, items) as well as place it and rearrange it within the context of chapters.

    67 yWriter alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Main screen on Windows XP

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Outline mode
    3.  Tracking of plots
    4.  Project Organization
    5.  Track Characters
    6.  Scene Management
    7.  Plot visualisation
    8.  Character database

    yWriter VS Novlr

     

    • yWriter is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to Novlr.

    • yWriter is Freemium and ProprietaryNovlr is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • yWriter is LightweightNovlr is not according to our users
  7. Hemingway Editor icon

    Hemingway Editor

     55 likes
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    Hemingway App makes your writing bold and clear.

    133 Hemingway Editor alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    Hemingway Editor screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Spell Checking
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Writing assistance
    4.  Collaborative writing
    5.  Ebook writer
    6. Readability icon  Readability integration
    7.  Distraction-free Writing
    8.  Automated proofreading
    9.  Writing suggestions

    Hemingway Editor VS Novlr

     

    • This alternative is disputed. Hemingway Editor is a legitimate Novlr alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Hemingway Editor is the most popular Web-based alternative to Novlr.

    • Hemingway Editor is Paid and ProprietaryNovlr is Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Lore Forge icon

    Lore Forge

     11 likes
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    The only app you'll need to write your novels and build your worlds. Organize your thoughts and cross-reference anything at any time.

    37 Lore Forge alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Overview screen

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Distraction-free
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Places tracking
    2.  Character database
    3.  Custom characters
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Portable
    8.  Hierarchical Structure
    9.  Spell Checking
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  WYSIWYG Support
    12.  Live Preview

    Lore Forge VS Novlr

     
  10. Story Planner for Writers icon

    Story Planner for Writers

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    Story Planner is a focused, flexible app to outline all kind of stories. Used by writers, screenwriters, producers, directors and all kind of story tellers, Story Planner has quick and easy-to-use story organization, with sync on all your devices and export options to help you...

    49 Story Planner for Writers alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Story Planner for Writers screenshot 1
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    Story Planner for Writers screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Outliner
    2.  Outline organization
    3.  Screenwriting
    4.  Plot visualisation
    5.  Track Characters
    6.  Tracking of plots
    7.  Custom characters
    8.  Outline mode
    9.  Hierarchical Structure
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Works Offline
    12. Microsoft Word icon  Export to Word

    Story Planner for Writers VS Novlr

     
  11. Bookwiz icon

    Bookwiz

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    Got a story in mind, but not sure how to write it? Bookwiz's AI creates your entire book, step-by-step, from synopsis to chapters. We lay out the roadmap; you steer the course.

    21 Bookwiz alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Bookwiz screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Hierarchical Structure
    2.  Text to Image Generation
    3.  Autocompletion
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  No Coding Required
    6.  Support for MarkDown
    7.  Live Preview
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Ebook writer

    Bookwiz VS Novlr

     

    • Bookwiz is the most popular SaaS alternative to Novlr.

    • Bookwiz is Paid and ProprietaryNovlr is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Bookwiz is LightweightNovlr is not according to our users
  12. Campfire Write icon

    Campfire Write

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    Campfire provides a one-stop-shop for novelists: organizational and writing tools (Campfire Write), a hub of writing resources (Campfire Learn), & a writing and reading platform for building an audience and sharing your work (Campfire Explore).

    61 Campfire Write alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    Campfire Write screenshot 1

    Campfire Write Features

    1.  Goal Tracking
    2.  Storyboard
    3.  Distraction-free Writing
    4.  Collaborative writing
    5.  Reading
    6.  Sci-fi

    Campfire Write VS Novlr

     
  13. NovaScriber icon

    NovaScriber

     7 likes
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    A most awesome tool to outline and write novels, stories, scripts and keep track of all your characters, locations, notes and ideas.

    76 NovaScriber alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Write your story

    NovaScriber Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Tree structure
    3. Microsoft Word icon  Export to Word
    4.  Corkboard
    5.  Export to EPUB

    NovaScriber VS Novlr

     
  14. Novel Goggles icon

    Novel Goggles

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    Novel Goggles assists writers of fiction with writing cohesive, impactful stories by allowing writers to view and update their plot outline while they're writing, and providing tools for characters, locations, settings, and timelines.

    14 Novel Goggles alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Novel Goggles screenshot 1

    Novel Goggles Features

    1.  Character development
    2.  Web-Based
    3.  Visual planning

    Novel Goggles VS Novlr

     
  15. World Scribe icon

    World Scribe

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    World Scribe eases the creation process by letting you keep track of every important element in your fictional setting, including the ways in which they're connected.

    24 World Scribe alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    World Scribe screenshot 1
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    World Scribe VS Novlr

     
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