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ILYS vs Quille
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
ILYS centers writing on uninterrupted sessions, then provides organization, review, AI assistance, and broad export options. Its web-only setup and lack of publishing or collaboration tools make it most suitable for individual drafting.
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Quille combines fiction drafting with visual planning and multiple organizational views. Its free App Store listing and paid plans provide options, while platform requirements and plan billing deserve attention.
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| ILYS | Quille | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Full ILYS Membership: $11.11 a month | Annual: $29.99 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ilys.com | quille.app |
| On writing apps | #79 of 135 | #75 of 135 |
ILYS: what it does well
- Forward-only sessions limit editing during drafting
- Privacy Mode hides text while writing
- Word-count and time goals are available
- Exports include TXT, PDF, Markdown, and OPML
- Membership includes AI spell check and text chat
What to know first
- No publishing tools
- No real-time collaboration
- Full membership costs $11.11 a month
- Open Session allows 808 words per session
Quille: what it does well
- Plans chapters, scenes, characters, and worldbuilding
- Documents, lists, boards, and timeline views
- Imports TXT, Markdown, DOC, and DOCX
- Exports DOCX, PDF, and EPUB
- Offline mode and version history
What to know first
- Mac requires macOS 12 or later
- iPhone requires iOS 18 or later
- Pro plans renew automatically except Lifetime
- Lifetime is listed at $59.99 a month