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Best Text App 2026
Facts read 19 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Text apps help you write, format and organize words across desktop, mobile and web devices. Compare Markdown support, collaboration, offline access and version history before choosing a tool.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Dabble | Dabble suits fiction writers, from first-time hobbyists to professional authors, who want tools for plotting and drafting. | 5.9 | $19 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 02 Google Docs | Google Docs suits individuals and teams writing together across web and mobile devices. | 5.8 | $7 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Browser extension | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 03 Novlr | Novlr suits writers working on personal projects, fanfiction, or work intended for traditional or self-publishing. | 5.7 | $8 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 04 Final Draft | It suits aspiring and professional screenwriters, as well as producers, directors, and industry executives. | 5.4 | $8.33 a year | Free trial | iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 05 FocusWriter | 5.4 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 15 Oct 2026 | |
| 06 Zoho Writer | Writer suits individuals and organizations that need document editing and collaboration, including offline desktop work. | 5.4 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 07 Scrivener | Scrivener suits writers working on long projects, including novelists, screenwriters, nonfiction writers, students, and academics. | 5.2 | — | Free trial | iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Write.as | 5.2 | $6 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Self-hosted | 28 Sep 2026 | |
| 09 WriteMonkey | 5.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 11 Oct 2026 | |
| 10 Ghostwriter | Ghostwriter suits people who write in Markdown and want a local-file editor with preview, focus modes and document statistics. | 4.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 5 Oct 2026 |
This finder lists releases by newest release date first. It uses figures published by makers, with no scoring.
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Google Docs
Google Docs suits individuals and teams writing together across web and mobile devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record5.8 Visit
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Novlr
Novlr suits writers working on personal projects, fanfiction, or work intended for traditional or self-publishing.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Record5.7 Visit
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Final Draft
It suits aspiring and professional screenwriters, as well as producers, directors, and industry executives.
iPhone & iPadWebWindows+1 Record5.4 Visit
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FocusWriter
WindowsMacLinux Record5.4 Visit
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Zoho Writer
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Free plan Record5.4 Visit Writer suits individuals and organizations that need document editing and collaboration, including offline desktop work.
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Scrivener
iPhone & iPadWindowsMac — Record5.2 Visit Scrivener suits writers working on long projects, including novelists, screenwriters, nonfiction writers, students, and academics.
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Ghostwriter
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record4.8 Visit Ghostwriter suits people who write in Markdown and want a local-file editor with preview, focus modes and document statistics.
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MarkText
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record4.8 Visit MarkText suits writers who want a desktop Markdown editor with real-time rendering, multiple editing modes, and local-file support.
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Typora
WindowsMacLinux — Record4.8 Visit Typora suits desktop writers who want live Markdown preview, offline editing, and broad import or export options.
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Zettlr
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record4.8 Visit Zettlr suits researchers, students, journalists, and authors managing substantial writing projects.
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Microsoft Word
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $7 a month, billed yearly Record4.7 Visit Word may suit people who need to create or edit documents across mobile, desktop, or web platforms.
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StackEdit
Web Free plan Record4.7 Visit StackEdit suits writers who want to create Markdown documents in a browser, work offline, or publish to the listed services.
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Dillinger
Web Free plan Record4.4 Visit Dillinger may suit developers, technical writers, and AI builders writing Markdown documents, blog posts, or prompts.
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MWeb
iPhone & iPadMac $34.99 one-time Record4.3 Visit MWeb suits writers who want Markdown documents or categorized notes alongside publishing and image-hosting integrations.
Before you choose
Compare free and paid access
A free plan is available from tools on this list. Paid options can add features or remove limits, so check the listed starting price before committing.
A free trial is available from tools on this list. Use trial terms and renewal details to judge whether the timing fits your project.
Check Markdown support
Markdown support can shape how you write and export formatted text. Confirm that the app handles the Markdown features you plan to use.
Look at live collaboration
Real-time collaboration matters when people edit the same document together. Check whether the tool supports live changes for your workflow.
Plan for offline work
Offline access lets you keep writing without a connection. Check how the app stores changes and brings them back when you reconnect.
Match your devices
Listed platforms include macOS, Windows, iOS, web, Linux and Android. Choose a tool that covers the devices where you write and review text.
Review version history
Version history helps you return to earlier document states. Check how the app records revisions and how far back you can look.
Questions
Do text apps offer free plans?
Yes. A free plan is available from tools on this list. Check the plan details before choosing.
Can I try a text app before paying?
Yes. A free trial is available from tools on this list. Review its length and renewal terms.
Are open-source text apps included?
Yes. Open-source code is offered by tools on this list. Check the licence if you need to read or change the code.
Which platforms do these apps support?
Platforms represented include macOS, Windows, iOS, web, Linux and Android. Check the app's listing for its supported devices.
What features should I compare?
Compare free plan, paid starting price, Markdown support, real-time collaboration, offline access, platforms and version history.
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