Essayist vs Fade In
| Essayist | Fade In | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | $6.67/mo | $8.33/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, iOS | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Offline mode | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Yes | No |
| Export formats | standard | extensive |
| Publishing tools | — | Yes |
| Real-time collaboration | — | Yes |
| Version history | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Writing Apps. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Fade In scores higher on our published basis.