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Refine vs Scribens: catalog facts
Refine	Scribens
Free Free to download and use without an account.	Free The site describes the grammar checker as free to use.
macOS	Android, iOS, Web, Browser extension
Grammar checking runs locally and works offline Every fix explains the rule behind it	Free English and French grammar checking Works inside email, social sites and office apps
macOS only, requires macOS 14 or later Local model quality depends on the Mac it runs on	Needs an internet connection Text is checked on the service's servers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application, Browser extension
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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