Alternatives · Writing
QuillBot alternatives
The closest alternatives to QuillBot are Grammarly, Wordtune and GPTZero, which also cover checking grammar and spelling and summarizing long text. 14 of the 15 listed here can be used for free, including Grammarly and Wordtune. The lowest paid plan starts at $4 per month (Khanmigo).
- Alternatives
- 15
- Free options
- 14
- Updated
- Nov 2026
Closest first: ordered by how many of QuillBot's tasks each tool shares, then by popularity.
- 1

GrammarlyVerifiedFree tier · from $12/mo
An AI writing assistant that checks grammar, tone, and clarity for individuals, teams, and organizations.
Also does:Checking grammar and spelling
Web · Windows · Mac · Android · iOS
- 2

WordtuneVerifiedFree tier · from $4.89/mo
AI writing assistant for students and professionals to rewrite, proofread, summarize, and translate into English.
Also does:Checking grammar and spellingSummarizing long text
Browser extension
- 3
GPTZeroVerifiedFree tier
AI-writing detector for teachers, students, and editors who need to check text and writing process.
Also does:Checking grammar and spelling
Web · Browser extension
- 4

Originality.aiVerifiedFree tier · from $12.95/mo
Checks text for AI-written content and plagiarism for writers, editors, teachers, and publishers.
Also does:Checking grammar and spelling
Web · Browser extension
- 5
PerplexityFree tier
An AI search assistant that answers questions with cited web sources and supports multi-step deep research reports.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web · iOS · Android · Browser extension
- 6
Microsoft CopilotVerifiedFree tier · from $9.99/mo
An AI assistant for everyday and work tasks, with chat, search, drafting and image creation.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web · Windows · Mac · iOS · Android
- 7
NotebookLMFree tier · from $9.99/mo
Google's AI notebook that grounds every answer in your uploaded documents, PDFs and audio files with source citations.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web · iOS · Android
- 8

Otter.aiVerifiedFree tier · from $16/mo
Records, transcribes and summarizes meetings for individuals and teams, then answers questions about them.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Mac · Windows · iOS · Android
- 9

GranolaVerifiedFree tier · from $14/mo
An AI notepad that captures meetings and turns them into notes and next steps for busy professionals.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Mac · Windows · iOS · Android
- 10

Fireflies.aiVerifiedFree tier · from $10/mo
Records, transcribes, and summarizes meetings for teams that want searchable notes and action items.
Also does:Summarizing long text
iOS · Android · Browser extension · API
- 11

ChatPDFVerifiedFree tier
Upload a document, ask questions in plain language, and get answers with page citations.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web
- 12

LindyVerifiedFree trial · from $29.99/mo
An AI teammate that plugs into your work apps to run scheduled and on-demand tasks for your team.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web
- 13

KrispVerifiedFree trial · from $8/mo
AI meeting assistant that removes background noise, transcribes calls, and takes notes for teams and call centers.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Browser extension · API
- 14

ElicitVerifiedFree tier · from $11/mo
AI research assistant that finds academic papers and drafts cited reports for researchers.
Also does:Summarizing long text
Web
- 15

KhanmigoVerifiedFree tier · from $4/mo
An AI tutor and teaching assistant from Khan Academy for students, teachers, and parents.
Also does:Summarizing long text
At a glance
| Tool | Pricing | Free | Platforms | API | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QuillBot | Free tier | Yes | Web, Browser extension | No | — |
| Grammarly | Free tier · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, Mac, Android, iOS | No | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Wordtune | Free tier · from $4.89/mo | Yes | Browser extension | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| GPTZero | Free tier | Yes | Web, Browser extension | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Originality.ai | Free tier · from $12.95/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Perplexity | Free tier | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension | Yes | — |
| Microsoft Copilot | Free tier · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android | No | Nov 3, 2026 |
| NotebookLM | Free tier · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android | No | — |
| Otter.ai | Free tier · from $16/mo | Yes | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Granola | Free tier · from $14/mo | Yes | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Fireflies.ai | Free tier · from $10/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| ChatPDF | Free tier | Yes | Web | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Lindy | Free trial · from $29.99/mo | No | Web | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Krisp | Free trial · from $8/mo | Yes | Browser extension, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Elicit | Free tier · from $11/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Khanmigo | Free tier · from $4/mo | Yes | — | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
Common questions
- What is the best alternative to QuillBot?
- Grammarly is the closest match: it also covers checking grammar and spelling. Wordtune and GPTZero come next. Alternatives are ordered by how many of QuillBot's tasks they share, then by how popular they are.
- Is there a free alternative to QuillBot?
- Yes. Grammarly, Wordtune and GPTZero can be used for free. Grammarly has a free plan, and paid plans start at $12 per month.
- What is the cheapest alternative to QuillBot?
- Among paid plans, Khanmigo starts lowest at $4 per month.
- Which QuillBot alternatives have a mobile app?
- Grammarly, Perplexity and Microsoft Copilot have an iPhone or Android app.