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JianTeX

Free#12 of 31 in LaTeX Editors

JianTeX: A free, open-source editor for collaborative LaTeX and Typst work across desktop and web. Ranked #12 of 31 in LaTeX Editors by our editors (7.5/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free collaborative and self-hosted LaTeX teams.

7.5/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.5 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free collaborative and self-hosted LaTeX teams
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Editor type
Hybrid
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports LaTeX and Typst editing, compilation, and offline local files
- Real-time CRDT collaboration with snapshots and restoration
- Works across web, macOS, Windows, Linux, and self-hosted deployments
Where it doesn't
- The product is presented as a 0.1 alpha release
- No visual editor is included
- Its broad workflow may exceed the needs of solo LaTeX writers

Our verdict on JianTeX

JianTeX is a free, open-source academic writing editor for students, researchers, and academic teams. It combines LaTeX and Typst editing and compilation with a local desktop application and an optional browser-based workflow. Offline local-file editing supports work without a browser connection, while real-time CRDT collaboration supports shared projects. Academic templates, automatic version snapshots, restoration, and bidirectional SyncTeX navigation connect writing, history, and PDF review in one workspace.

Platform and ecosystem fit are central strengths. JianTeX supports macOS, Windows, Linux, and web browsers, giving teams flexibility across desktop and browser workflows. Overleaf project import can help move existing projects into the editor, while Git-based version management connects projects with Git, Gitea, and GitLab. Self-hosted deployment is also available for organizations that want collaboration data within their own infrastructure. These options make JianTeX a practical fit for teams with mixed operating systems or established Git workflows.

The product covers a wide academic workflow rather than focusing only on source editing. Templates, SyncTeX, snapshots, collaboration, offline work, Git management, and AI features broaden its scope, while the absence of a visual editor keeps the experience oriented toward source-based writing. The published offering is a 0.1 alpha, so teams that require a mature, narrowly defined editor may prefer a more established alternative. JianTeX suits users who value open-source software, local-first editing, collaborative writing, and self-hosting; it is less suitable for writers seeking a visual editing experience or a focused solo drafting tool.

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JianTeX pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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JianTeX fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Editor type	Hybrid
Real-time collaboration	Yes
Offline editing	Yes
Visual editor	No
Git integration	Yes
Supported platforms	macOS, Windows, Linux, web browser
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	4 integrations: Overleaf, Git, Gitea, GitLab
Pricing	Free plan
Website	jiantex.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

JianTeX integrations

JianTeX lists 4 integrations on its own site.

Overleaf
Git
Gitea
GitLab

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