Dev tools · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to BetterWrite
So this weekend I and a friend of mine (@ronitrajfr) created a minimalist writing editor. It's ui is clean, beautiful and distraction free, it also has a vim mode and everything stays on your computer no authentication is required to write your thoughts and all we wanted an application where we just start typing with no BS and that's what we made. and did I tell ya that it's open source as well lmk your thoughts and feedback!!
Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes.
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Writing is a lightweight distraction-free text editor, in the browser (Markdown and LaTeX supported). - josephernest/writing
2017 · github.com · its alternatives →
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A free, open-source Markdown editor for macOS with customizable appearance profiles, optional Vim keys, and local writing corrections.
Aug 2026 · writemd.app · its alternatives →
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2020 · writemd.xyz · its alternatives →
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Minimal▲166A meditation inspired writing app for effective notes
2021 · minimal.app · its alternatives →
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Minimalist, federated, self-hosted blogging platform.
2018 · writefreely.org · its alternatives →
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Write▲76clean, simple and distraction-free writing environment
2019 · write.techulus.com · its alternatives →
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Easy Writer▲115Simple, elegant, distraction free writing.
2018 · apps.microsoft.com · its alternatives →
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Distraction-free tool for writing composition
2016 · getfreewrite.com · its alternatives →
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Typeletter▲139Turn your browser into a cozy, nostalgic writing nook
Feb 2026 · typeletter.aishashok.com · its alternatives →
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Justwrite▲122A private, local-first writing space that works offline
Jun 2026 · justwrite.sbs · its alternatives →
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MonsterWriter is the academic writing tool for students and researchers. Distraction-free document editing, powerful citation management, and full LaTeX workspace support. Better than Overleaf.
2020 · monsterwriter.app · its alternatives →
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Hi HN, Since 2019, I’ve been working on a writing platform designed for creating complex documents (e.g., theses). I personally use it for everything as it also allows to classify documents in categories so you can organize them efficiently. As of a few months ago, the app is also available in the browser, and you can now invite coworkers to collaborate on a document in real time. The app is somewhat inspired by LyX. It offers an intuitive, modern editor, but users don’t need to know any LaTeX. When it’s time to export, they can choose from a range of templates (IEEE paper, thesis, etc.). A…
2025 · its alternatives →
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Try it out online – https://stoope.github.io/writer/
2023 · github.com · its alternatives →
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I'm not the author of the app (nor i have any connection with them, just a random user). iA Writer and Writer Pro aren't well suited for me as a developer. They feel quite "strange" to me. Mou is a good option (free too) but still missing some features. So far this, this editor is the most complete user-friendly. Hope it helps!
2013 · clockworkengine.com · its alternatives →
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OmniaWrite▲89A text editor engineered for creative writing.
2019 · omniawrite.com · its alternatives →
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Gun.io connects companies with elite freelance software developers. Vetted engineers, automated compliance, and guaranteed delivery for high-stakes projects.
2011 · gun.io · its alternatives →
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A distraction-free text editor to improve your writing skills - stoope/writer
2023 · github.com · its alternatives →
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