Papyrus Author
6.3#9 in book formatting softwaremacOSWindows
VisitPapyrus Author vs Scrivener
What both publish
| Fact | Papyrus Author | Scrivener |
|---|---|---|
| Export formats | extensive | It can export to Word, PDF, Final Draft, and plain text. |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Headquarters | Ypsonas, Cyprus | Cornwall, UK |
| Pricing model | The maker describes Papyrus 12 as a one-time purchase with no subscription or hidden fees. | Pay upfront for the licenses and platforms you need instead of paying a subscription. |
| Publishing tools | Yes | Yes |
| Real-time collaboration | No | No |
| Version history | Yes | Yes |
Papyrus Author plans
- Upgrade€149 a month
- Education$279, paid once
- Papyrus 12$349, paid once
Scrivener plans
- macOS licence$59.99 a month
- Windows licence$59.99 a month
- iOS licence$23.99 a month
- iOS license$23.99, paid once
- Windows license$59.99, paid once
- Mac license$59.99, paid once
Pick Papyrus Author if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Scrivener if…
Scrivener suits novelists, screenwriters, nonfiction writers, students, academics, journalists and others working on substantial writing projects. It can also suit writers who want research beside their draft or offline access.