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QuillBot vs Refine: catalog facts
QuillBot	Refine
Freemium Free to use with limits, with a Premium subscription for more.	Free Free to download and use without an account.
Windows, Android, iOS, Web, Browser extension	macOS
Many writing tools in one place Extensions for Chrome, Edge and Safari	Grammar checking runs locally and works offline Every fix explains the rule behind it
Advanced modes need a Premium subscription Text is processed on QuillBot's servers	macOS only, requires macOS 14 or later Local model quality depends on the Mac it runs on
Downloadable app, Web application, Browser extension	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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