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