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Scribe vs Whale
Both stand on standard operating procedure software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIExtensionMac+2
Scribe combines workflow capture with guide editing, redaction, sharing and engagement reporting. A free Basic plan is available, while paid plans add features with seat minimums and Enterprise has custom pricing.
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Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2
Choose Whale if your team needs a shared system for writing procedures, finding documented answers, and assigning training with completion tracking. The Free plan has tight member, creator, and Playbook item limits; Scale starts at $249 a month billed yearly, while Advance adds features such as SSO and e-signatures at $499 a month billed yearly.
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| Scribe | Whale | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro Team: $17 a month | Scale: $249 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | scribe.com | usewhale.io |
| On standard operating procedure software | #1 of 22 | #4 of 22 |
Scribe: what it does well
- Captures website and desktop workflows
- Supports screenshot redaction controls
- Guides can be embedded in knowledge bases
- Reports views, completions and viewer feedback
- Basic plan is free
What to know first
- Pro Team starts at five seats
- Pro Personal export and editing features require a paid plan
- Supporting AI features use third-party services
Whale: what it does well
- Step Recorder captures clicks, video, screenshots, and written steps.
- Alice drafts SOPs from prompts and imported materials.
- Training Flows track completion across assigned playbooks, videos, and quizzes.
- Employees can access knowledge through mobile, browser extension, QR codes, or AI chat.
- Whale MCP is available on every plan at no extra cost.
What to know first
- The Free plan is limited to 10 members, one creator, and 20 Playbook items.
- Scale includes three creators; additional creators cost $29 per month.
- Advance includes five creators; additional creators cost $39 per month.