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AI Novel Writer vs NovelAI: catalog facts
AI Novel Writer	NovelAI
Free Free and open source under GPL-3.0.	Freemium Story and image generation can be started for free, with paid subscriptions.
Windows, macOS	Web
Keeps characters, worldbuilding, outlines, and chapters in one project Supports local Ollama models and online models	Writing space designed for co-authoring fiction Tracks story worlds and characters
Desktop apps are evidenced for Windows and macOS only	Image generation is focused on anime style Runs only as an online service
Downloadable app	Web application
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 26, 2026

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