Head-to-head · Book Writing Software
Dabble vs LivingWriter
Dabble leads on 0 checks, LivingWriter on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreDabble · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
Dabble scores higher on our rubric for book writing software: 9.2 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
Dabble is the better fit for collaborative cross-platform novelists. LivingWriter is the better fit for AI-assisted writers seeking broad tools.
- Dabble fits best
Collaborative cross-platform novelists
- LivingWriter fits best
AI-assisted writers seeking broad tools
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Side by side
| Feature | Dabble 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | LivingWriter 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #2 in Book Writing Software | #6 in Book Writing Software |
| Best for | Collaborative cross-platform novelists | AI-assisted writers seeking broad tools |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $19/mo | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 14 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 2 integrations |
| Features Dabble 1/5 · LivingWriter 1/5 | ||
| Outlining tools | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Manuscript formatting | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Cloud sync | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Collaboration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Revision history | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Export formats | extensive | extensive |
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| Our verdict | Dabble is a writing application for novelists and fiction authors who want drafting, planning, editing, and sharing in one workspace. Its manuscript editor organizes books, chapters, and scenes, while Plot Grid, character profiles, a story… Read the review → |
LivingWriter is a cloud-based writing application for authors, screenwriters, novelists, students, and professionals who want one workspace for drafting, planning, research, and manuscript organization. Its editor supports chapters and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Dabble — where it wins
- Real-time co-authoring, comments, tracked suggestions, and version history
- Offline-first writing with automatic synchronization across six platforms
- Exports to Word, Google Docs, web, and Markdown, plus browser PDF printing
Where it doesn't
- Full writing projects require a subscription or active trial
- Mobile access is a browser-installed progressive web app
- Higher tiers add useful editing and learning features at substantial cost
LivingWriter — where it wins
- Free plan includes a full editor, PDF export, and 3 AI requests monthly
- Planning boards, revision history, autosave, and cloud synchronization
- Exports to DOCX, PDF, EPUB, print, and Amazon KDP
Where it doesn't
- Free plan supports one manuscript and up to 25,000 words
- Free plan limits AI use to 3 requests per month
- Offline mode is not available
- Dabble9.2/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A cross-platform novel workspace with strong collaboration, planning, and export support.
Visit DabbleFull verdict → - LivingWriter8.7/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad, AI-assisted writing workspace with planning, collaboration, and publishing tools.
Visit LivingWriterFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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