Web-based Scrivener Alternatives

Scrivener is not available as a web app but there are plenty of alternatives that runs in the browser with similar functionality. The best Online alternative is Rentry.co, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Scrivener and loads of them are available as a web app so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Online alternatives to Scrivener are Roam Research, Lore Forge, Wavemaker Novel Writing and Gingko Writer.

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Scrivener alternatives are mainly Novel Authoring Tools, but if you're looking for Story Writing Tools or Note-taking Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android, Linux, Free, Online, Windows, Open Source and iPad. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Scrivener.
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  1. Rentry.co icon
     56 likes

    Rentry.co is a markdown pastebin and publishing service with preview, custom urls and editing. Fast, simple and free.

    208 Rentry.co alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary (MIT)

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    • Online
     
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    Rentry.co vs Scrivener Comments
    desbest
    Negative
    1

    This is just a pastebin for markdown formatted text files, not a novel authoring software.

    • Rentry.co is Free and ProprietaryScrivener is Paid and Proprietary
    • Rentry.co is a Pastebin Scrivener is a Novel Authoring Tool
    • Rentry.co is Minimalistic and LightweightScrivener is not according to our users
  2. Roam Research icon
     61 likes

    As easy to use as a word document or bulleted list, and as powerful for finding, collecting, and connecting related ideas as a graph database. Collaborate with others in real time, or store all your data locally.

    200 Roam Research alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
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    Roam Research vs Scrivener Comments
    LordMax
    Negative
    0

    Roam it's for a second brain system

    • Roam Research is Paid and ProprietaryScrivener is also Paid and Proprietary
    • Roam Research is a Note-taking Scrivener is a Novel Authoring Tool
  3. Looking for a suite of tools for writing your book? This is not just a text editor it does so much more. Organise your story using timelines, planning boards and the snowflake tool, all integrated to make writing intuitive and fun.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Wavemaker Novel Writing vs Scrivener Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    It's an easy to use program. Looks great, and has some really nice tools. best of all works on my chromebook and on linux too

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Simply the best writing tool for ChromeOS and a strong contender for other operating systems.

    RemovedUser
    Positive
    0

    Great free app for writing novels. It works well across all platforms and can handle heavy word counts. It has just enough of everything you'll need as a writer.

    3 of 4 comments
    • Wavemaker Novel Writing is Free and Open SourceScrivener is Paid and Proprietary
    • Wavemaker Novel Writing is LightweightScrivener is not according to our users
  4. Gingko Writer icon
     58 likes

    Gingko Writer is a text editor that uses a tree-like structure to help you organize and visualize your thoughts, making it easier to outline, draft, and refine complex texts.

    99 Gingko Writer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Gingko Writer vs Scrivener Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    It can't show only the current document, there's no distraction free mode. It always has these columns that drill down. It doesn't have a cork-board mode or anything similar. Gingko is closer to mind mapping software, like Scrapple.

    • Gingko Writer is Paid and ProprietaryScrivener is also Paid and Proprietary
    • Gingko Writer is a Mind Mapping Scrivener is a Novel Authoring Tool
  5. Quilvo icon
     9 likes

    Consolidates tracking for writing projects, drafts, goals, submissions, market records, agent and editor contacts, session logs, reminders, rights, payments, contracts, stats, streaks, and heatmaps—streamlining the whole writing workflow and submission process.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. Aevon icon
     4 likes

    Aevon is the all-in-one workspace where authors manage manuscripts, characters, maps, lore, and items — all connected and always in sync. Now with comics!!!

    77 Aevon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
     
  7. Novlr icon
     13 likes

    Advanced writing tool supporting online and offline modes, accessible from any device. Features chapter and scene organization, grammar checks, version history, and export options including docx and epub. Novlr syncs with cloud services for seamless access and tracks goals with analytics.

    71 Novlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  8. GrinTale icon
     2 likes

    Cloud-based novel writing platform with tree-structured binder, corkboard, outliner, detailed character sheets, mind mapping, DOCX import with auto chapters, PDF/DOCX/EPUB export, built-in encyclopedia, distraction-free writing, and multilingual support.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Online
     
  9. Rayuela Editor is moderm, privacy-focused writing environment designed for long-form fiction (novels, screenplays, and theses). It bridges the gap between the structural power of Scrivener and the portability of modern web technology, wrapped in a native desktop application.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
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