About ProWritingAid
Overview
ProWritingAid is a writing assistant and grammar checker built specifically for fiction authors and storytellers. It gives real-time feedback on grammar, style, pacing, and structure so writers can improve their work as they go.
Unlike general-purpose grammar tools, ProWritingAid focuses on narrative elements such as plot analysis, character development, and sensory detail. It supports over 4 million writers and works inside apps such as Word, Google Docs, and Scrivener.
Key Benefits
- Over 4 million writers use ProWritingAid to craft and polish their stories.
- Tailored analytical tools assess every aspect of writing in seconds and teach users how to improve.
- Chapter Critique provides instant feedback on a single chapter; Manuscript Analysis and Virtual Beta Reader cover entire manuscripts in minutes.
- Sensory reports and pacing improvements help identify places to further engage readers.
- Bank-level security is used to keep writing safe, and user text is never used to train algorithms.
How It Works
You install the ProWritingAid add-in or desktop app for your preferred writing tool, such as Word, Google Docs, or Scrivener. As you write, the tool highlights issues in real time and offers suggestions for grammar, style, and structure. You open the Reports panel to access specialized analysis like Pacing, Sensory Detail, or Chapter Critique, then apply the changes you want directly in your document.
Use Cases
- Novelists — Use Manuscript Analysis to evaluate plot, pacing, and character arcs across an entire book manuscript.
- Self-publishing authors — Rely on the Virtual Beta Reader to catch structural issues before sending work to a human editor.
- Aspiring fiction writers — Overcome writer's block with Sparks, a tool designed to generate ideas and keep the writing flowing.
- Students — Improve essay and story writing through real-time grammar and style feedback, with schools able to access premium features for free.
- Bestselling authors — Edit published novels with advanced style improvements, custom style guides, and terminology management.
Why Choose This Product
ProWritingAid is best suited for fiction writers who want feedback beyond basic grammar correction — including story-level analysis, pacing reports, and character tracking. Its free tier is limited to 500-word checks and 2 report runs per day, so heavy users will need a paid Premium or Premium Pro subscription. The tool supports English only.
ProWritingAid Pros & Cons
- Free tier available with no time limit
- Integrates with Word, Google Docs, and Scrivener
- 25+ specialized writing analysis reports
- Chapter Critique and full Manuscript Analysis
- Bank-level data security, text never used for training
- Free plan limited to 500 words per check
- Free plan capped at 2 reports per day
- Free plan limited to 10 rephrases per day
- English only — no multilingual support
Key Features
Grammar Checker
Real-time suggestions for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors as you write.
Paraphrasing Tool
Rewrites sentences to improve clarity, conciseness, and tone for fiction.
Manuscript Analysis
Evaluates plot structure across an entire manuscript in minutes.
Chapter Critique
Provides instant feedback on a single chapter's pacing, dialogue, and narrative voice.
Sparks
Generates writing prompts and ideas to overcome writer's block.
Writing Reports
Dashboards that highlight sensory detail, pacing, dialogue balance, and readability.
Write Mode
A distraction-free writing environment within the ProWritingAid desktop app.
Character Analysis
Ensures consistency in character descriptions, traits, and story arcs.
Marketability Analysis
Analyzes genre fit, market trends, and commercial appeal of a story.
ProWritingAid Pricing
View full pricing →- 500 word count limit
- 2 runs per report per day
- 10 Rephrases per day
- 3 Sparks per day
- Grammar, spelling, punctuation
- Word Explorer & Thesaurus
- Unlimited word count
- Unlimited report runs
- Unlimited Rephrases
- 5 Sparks per day
- Advanced style improvements
- 25+ writing analysis reports
- Custom style guide
- Snippets
- Citations
- Collaboration
- 1 Chapter Critique per day
- Up to 40% off Story Credits
- Everything in Premium
- 50 Sparks per day
- 3 Chapter Critiques per day
- Up to 65% off Story Credits
- Live workshops with top authors & editors
- On-demand expert workshop library
- Daily cowriting sprints (beta)
- Writer networking events (beta)
- Guided writing challenges (beta)
| Feature | Free Free/mo | Premium $120/yr | Premium Pro $144/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 word count limit | |||
| 2 runs per report per day | |||
| 10 Rephrases per day | |||
| 3 Sparks per day | |||
| Grammar, spelling, punctuation | |||
| Word Explorer & Thesaurus | |||
| Unlimited word count | |||
| Unlimited report runs | |||
| Unlimited Rephrases | |||
| 5 Sparks per day | |||
| Advanced style improvements | |||
| 25+ writing analysis reports | |||
| Custom style guide | |||
| Snippets | |||
| Citations | |||
| Collaboration | |||
| 1 Chapter Critique per day | |||
| Up to 40% off Story Credits | |||
| Everything in Premium | |||
| 50 Sparks per day | |||
| 3 Chapter Critiques per day | |||
| Up to 65% off Story Credits | |||
| Live workshops with top authors & editors | |||
| On-demand expert workshop library | |||
| Daily cowriting sprints (beta) | |||
| Writer networking events (beta) | |||
| Guided writing challenges (beta) |
Pricing extracted from the product website and may change. Check the source for current details.
Frequently asked questions about ProWritingAid
How secure is my work?
We never keep your work or any text entered into our editor. Data is encrypted and sent to our servers for processing but is never stored on those servers. Documents are uploaded to your account, and only you can access them.
How many words can I check at one time?
With a free account, you receive suggestions for 500 words at a time. With a Premium or Premium Pro license, you can use ProWritingAid with documents of any length.
What is the benefit of paid vs Free?
Premium and Premium Pro plans come with unlimited word count and unlimited Rephrases, plus more Sparks, Chapter Critiques, premium style suggestions, and discounts on Story Credits.
What is the benefit of Premium Pro vs Premium?
With Premium Pro you unlock higher usage limits for Sparks (50 per day) and Chapter Critique (3 per day), plus best prices on Story Credits, live workshops, daily cowriting sprints, group critique sessions, writer networking events, and guided writing challenges.
Is ProWritingAid free?
ProWritingAid offers a free plan with optional paid upgrades. See the pricing section for what's included in each tier.
How much does ProWritingAid cost?
ProWritingAid offers the following plans: Free, Premium, Premium Pro. See the pricing section for what's included in each tier and any per-seat or usage-based costs.
How ProWritingAid compares
P ProWritingAidThis | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | — | $10/mo | Free |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android | Web | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Top features |
|
|
|
|
| Rating | — | — | — | — |
