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Storyist vs Scrivener: catalog facts
Storyist	Scrivener
Paid Commercial app; see the developer's site for current pricing.	Paid Paid licence, with a free trial available.
macOS, iOS	Windows, macOS, iOS
Manuscript and screenplay templates for correct formatting Index cards and plot, character and setting sheets	Keeps research, notes and draft in one project Suited to long, multi-part manuscripts
Apple platforms only Paid software	Paid software No Linux or Android version
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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