Side by side
Hiveword vs StoryBox
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 Web
Hiveword focuses on organizing a novel rather than publishing or collaborative editing. Basic covers core planning, while Plus expands customization and research features for $25 a year.
Visit Hiveword Free plan Windows
StoryBox provides focused novel-writing and planning tools at no cost. Its dated release and Windows requirements should be considered before adoption.
Visit StoryBoxThe facts
| Hiveword | StoryBox | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Hiveword Plus: $25 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Hiveword | Not published |
| Website | hiveword.com | storyboxsoftware.com |
| On writing apps | #83 of 135 | #87 of 135 |
Hiveword: what it does well
- Free plan with unlimited story components
- Scene filtering and plotline visualization
- Custom fields and story types in Plus
- Searchable web bookmarks
- Markdown story downloads
What to know first
- No publishing tools
- No real-time collaboration
- No mobile apps
- Plus data may be deleted after lapse
StoryBox: what it does well
- Six configurable panels support project workspaces
- Offers tree and index-card outlining
- Tracks writing with six measurements
- Exports ePub with saved vendor profiles
- Automatically saves and backs up projects
What to know first
- Has not been updated since 2016
- Supports Windows only
- Requires Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0
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