Natural Docs
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What both publish
| Fact | Natural Docs | Scalar |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | The download page provides a Windows installer and an all-platforms zip, and states Windows requires .NET 3.5 or later while Linux and macOS require Mono 4.0 or later. | The API Client is available in a browser and as desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux. |
Natural Docs plans
- Natural DocsFree
Scalar plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$150 a month
- Business$600 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Natural Docs if…
It suits developers who want to generate HTML API documentation from source comments or text files, including teams using supported existing comment formats. It is also relevant to users who need the generated documentation to work offline.
Pick Scalar if…
Scalar suits developers and teams that work with OpenAPI-based documentation, SDKs, or API registries. Its hosted and self-hosted options may suit teams with different deployment preferences.