Dabble
7.4#3 in text appFrom $19 a monthAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitDabble vs Google Docs
Google Docs
7.2#9 in word processing softwareFrom $7 a monthAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Dabble | Google Docs |
|---|---|---|
| Collaboration | Co-authoring lets writers invite a co-author to collaborate on the same manuscript in real time. | People can edit and comment together, assign tasks, manage access permissions, and restore earlier document versions. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Platform availability | Dabble offers Windows, Mac, and Linux downloads and says it can also be used in a browser; its pricing page states support for iOS and Android. | Google offers Docs for web browsers and mobile phones and tablets through the App Store and Google Play. |
| 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. | Google says Docs data is encrypted by default and supports privacy controls and advanced client-side encryption. |
Dabble plans
- Writer$19 a month
- Author$29 a month
- Bestseller$49 a month
- Lifetime Author Access$699, paid once
Google Docs plans
- Business Starter — Flexible$8.40 a month
- Business Starter — Annual/Fixed-Term$7 a month
- Business Starter — Annual payment$84 a year
- Business Standard — Flexible$16.80 a month
- Business Standard — Annual/Fixed-Term$14 a month
- Business Plus — Flexible$26.40 a month
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 Google Docs if…
Docs suits individuals and teams who want to create and collaborate on documents online or offline. It can also work for people who need Word and PDF compatibility or integrations with other Google services.