Head-to-head · Writing Apps
Arc Studio Pro vs LivingWriter
Arc Studio Pro leads on 1 check, LivingWriter on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreArc Studio Pro · 5.6/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresArc Studio Pro · 5 of 5
Arc Studio Pro scores higher on our rubric for writing apps: 5.6 against 4.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #39 and #51.
Arc Studio Pro offers offline mode; LivingWriter doesn't. On export formats, LivingWriter gives you Extensive where Arc Studio Pro offers Standard.
Arc Studio Pro is the better fit for collaborative screenplay beginners. LivingWriter is the better fit for authors wanting AI-assisted drafting.
- Arc Studio Pro fits best
Collaborative screenplay beginners
- LivingWriter fits best
Authors wanting AI-assisted drafting
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Side by side
| Feature | Arc Studio Pro 5.6/10 Visit ↗ | LivingWriter 4.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 5.6 | 4.4 |
| Ranking | #39 in Writing Apps | #51 in Writing Apps |
| Best for | Collaborative screenplay beginners | Authors wanting AI-assisted drafting |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $69/user/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Features Arc Studio Pro 5/5 · LivingWriter 4/5 | ||
| Publishing tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Real-time collaboration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Version history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offline mode | ✓ (best) | — |
| Mobile apps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Export formats | Standard | Extensive |
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| Our verdict | Arc Studio Pro is screenwriting software for solo writers, writing partners, writers’ rooms, educators, and filmmakers. It combines industry-standard screenplay formatting with visual outlining, notes, real-time co-writing, comments, draft… Read the review → |
LivingWriter is a cloud-based writing application for authors, screenwriters, novelists, students, and professionals who want a single place to plan and draft longer work. Its chapter, scene, and section organization supports drag-and-drop… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Arc Studio Pro — where it wins
- Industry-standard screenplay formatting is available on the Free plan.
- Visual beat cards support drag-and-drop story outlining.
- Offline writing, backups, and standard export formats support a flexible workflow.
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan limits writers to two scripts and watermarks PDF exports.
- Paid plans start at $69 per user per year with annual billing.
- There is no Android app; Android users can access the web app in Chrome.
LivingWriter — where it wins
- Organizes chapters, scenes, research, notes, and story elements in boards
- Revision history supports comparison and restoration of earlier drafts
- Exports manuscripts to DOCX, PDF, EPUB, and Amazon KDP
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan is limited to one manuscript and 25,000 words
- Free and Pro plans limit AI requests to 3 and 25 per month, respectively
- No offline mode limits writing when an internet connection is unavailable
- Arc Studio Pro5.6/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A focused screenplay workspace with free essentials and paid outlining and revision tools.
Visit Arc Studio ProFull verdict → - LivingWriter4.4/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A cloud-based writing workspace with manuscript planning, revision history, exports, and AI tools.
Visit LivingWriterFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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