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WordGrinderCalmly Writer
Free

Free to download and use.

 Paid

Pay-once license with a 14-day trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Web
  • Runs in a terminal with no GUI required
  • Menu interface avoids memorising shortcuts
  • Markdown shown as formatted text
  • Word count targets and reading time
  • Deliberately limited formatting features
  • Needs a UTF-8 terminal and good Unicode fonts
  • Paid after the trial
  • Few layout options by design
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
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

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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