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1Writer vs Bear: catalog facts
1Writer	Bear
Paid A paid app on the App Store.	Freemium Free tier available; Bear Pro subscription adds sync and export options.
iOS	macOS, iOS, Browser extension
Works on plain text and Markdown files you own Dropbox, WebDAV and iCloud Drive sync	Tag-based organization is flexible compared to rigid folder structures Polished, native Apple design
iOS and iPadOS only No Android or desktop version of its own	Apple platforms only, no Windows or Android version Advanced features like export options require a subscription
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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