HelpNDoc
7.4#3 in help authoring tools€99 one-timeFree planAPISelf-hostedWindows
VisitHelpNDoc vs HelpScribble
HelpScribble
6.2#12 in help authoring tools$35.99 one-timeWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | HelpNDoc | HelpScribble |
|---|---|---|
| Output formats | It publishes CHM, responsive HTML, Word, PDF, ePub, Kindle, Qt Help and Markdown outputs. | A single project can produce WinHelp files, HTML Help files, a printed manual, and online documentation. |
| Privacy | The site privacy policy says submitted personal information is used to fulfill the visitor’s request unless permission is given for another use, and says access is limited to authorized personnel bound to confidentiality. | The maker says the free evaluation can be downloaded anonymously and collects no personally identifiable information when it is downloaded, installed, run, or uninstalled. |
HelpNDoc plans
- Personal EditionFree
- Standard Named€99, paid once
- Standard Floating€249, paid once
- Professional Named€299, paid once
- Ultimate Named€499, paid once
- Professional Floating€749, paid once
HelpScribble plans
- HelpScribble 100-user license$35.99, paid once
- HelpScribble single user license$99, paid once
- HelpScribble 5-user license$399, paid once
- HelpScribble 10-user license$699, paid once
- HelpScribble 20-user license$1,199, paid once
- HelpScribble 30-user license$1,649, paid once
Pick HelpNDoc if…
HelpNDoc suits Windows users who need to create documentation for personal or commercial use. Its named and floating paid plans provide different publishing formats, while the free Personal Edition excludes commercial use.
Pick HelpScribble if…
HelpScribble suits writers and teams producing help files, manuals, or online documentation for Windows applications. Its import options may help those reusing HPJ or RTF material.