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Curvenote vs LyX
Both stand on writing apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebWindowsMac+1
Choose Curvenote if your work benefits from publishing tools, collaboration, version history, and offline access across its supported platforms. The free plan fits one private project; look elsewhere if you need a mobile app.
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LyX combines structured writing with TeX and LaTeX capabilities, plus support for references, equations, and a range of formats. Account for the required TeX system when installing it on Windows or Mac.
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| Curvenote | LyX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, Windows, Mac, Linux | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $9 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Curvenote | Not published |
| Website | curvenote.com | lyx.org |
| On writing apps | #12 of 135 | #8 of 135 |
Curvenote: what it does well
- Includes publishing tools and real-time collaboration.
- Keeps version history.
- Supports offline mode.
- Available on web, Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Free plan includes 1 private project.
What to know first
- No mobile apps.
- Free plan is limited to 1 private project.
- Pro lists 10 GB of storage.
- Lab supports up to 20 team members.
LyX: what it does well
- Free software released under the GPL
- Equation editor supports point-and-click and LaTeX input
- Includes advanced BibTeX support
- Works offline on Linux, Windows, and macOS
What to know first
- Windows installation requires a TeX distribution
- Mac installation requires a TeX system such as MacTeX
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