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Sigil vs StoryJumper
Both stand on ebook creation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Sigil provides EPUB editing, import, and cleanup tools at no cost. Users seeking the former WYSIWYG Book View should know it has been removed; PageEdit is a separate option launched through Sigil.
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StoryJumper supports collaborative book creation and several ways to download or order finished work. Online use is free, while downloads and printed formats have listed one-time prices and extra-page charges.
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| Sigil | StoryJumper | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Download PDF eBook: $2.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | sigil-ebook.com | storyjumper.com |
| On ebook creation software | #17 of 28 | #21 of 28 |
Sigil: what it does well
- Free and open source under GPLv3
- Supports EPUB 2 and EPUB 3
- Imports EPUB, HTML, images, and style sheets
- Includes spell checking and regular-expression Find & Replace
What to know first
- Current Sigil requires macOS 13 or newer
- Windows installer requires Windows 10 version 1809 or newer
- Former Book View WYSIWYG editor was removed
StoryJumper: what it does well
- Online creation and sharing are free
- Supports classroom books with assigned student pages
- Books can include narration, music, and sound effects
- Educational accounts keep student books private by default
What to know first
- Compilation books are limited to 200 pages
- Downloads and printed books have per-book charges
- Independent accounts for children under 13 require a parent account
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