Dabble
7.4#3 in text appFrom $19 a monthAndroidiOSWebLinux
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FocusWriter
7.6#11 in text editorsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Dabble | FocusWriter |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Dabble says work is stored locally and synced over an encrypted connection, with server data encrypted at rest; support staff may access writing to provide support. | The version 1.9.1 notes say FocusWriter can use strict mode to disable unsafe Qt APIs. |
| Support | Support is available by email and live chat, with help documents and bug reporting also offered. | The maker asks bug reporters to provide operating system details, reproduction steps, expected behavior, and what actually happened. |
Dabble plans
- Writer$19 a month
- Author$29 a month
- Bestseller$49 a month
- Lifetime Author Access$699, paid once
FocusWriter plans
- FocusWriterFree
- Free FocusWriterFree
Pick Dabble if…
Dabble suits fiction writers who want tools for plotting, drafting, and organizing a novel. Co-authors may also find its real-time collaboration useful.
Pick FocusWriter if…
FocusWriter suits writers who want a distraction-free desktop editor on Linux or Windows. It also fits users seeking open-source software with themes, goals, and basic writing tools.