TextRoom Alternatives

TextRoom is described as 'Free (as in freedom and free beer) full screen text editor developed especially writers in mind' and is an app. There are more than 25 alternatives to TextRoom for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best TextRoom alternative is Manuskript, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like TextRoom are FocusWriter, WriteMonkey, Byword and ZenWriter.

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  1. Manuskript icon

    Manuskript

     169 likes

    Open-source software offering a hierarchical outliner, distraction-free editor, character management, plot tools, Snowflake method support, section multi-organization, customizable writing workflows, cross-platform availability, and export to standard formats.

    121 Manuskript alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Manuskript screenshot 1
     

    • Manuskript is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to TextRoom.

    • Manuskript is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to TextRoom.

    • Manuskript is Free and Open SourceTextRoom is also Free and Open Source
  2. FocusWriter icon

    FocusWriter

     208 likes

    Simple but configurable and themeable, distraction-free text editor for writers. Open-source and available across desktop platforms.

    103 FocusWriter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    FocusWriter screenshot 1
     
  4. WriteMonkey icon

    WriteMonkey

     130 likes

    Writemonkey is a Windows zenware writing application with an extremely stripped down user interface, leaving you alone with your thoughts and your words.

    105 WriteMonkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    The interface, full screen.
     
  5. Byword icon

    Byword

     53 likes

    Byword is designed to make writing more enjoyable with Markdown on your Mac, iPhone and iPad.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Byword screenshot 1
     

    • Byword is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to TextRoom.

    • Byword is the most popular commercial alternative to TextRoom.

    • Byword is Paid and ProprietaryTextRoom is Free and Open Source
  6. ZenWriter icon

    ZenWriter

     30 likes

    ZenWriter is a full-screen text editor that minimizes distractions with its tranquil, zen-like interface for Windows, offering limited formatting options designed to support uninterrupted writing flow and creativity while providing a calm atmosphere for authors and poets.

    65 ZenWriter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    ZenWriter screenshot 1
     
  7. Q10 icon

    Q10

     58 likes

    Q10 is a simple but powerful text editor designed and built with writers in mind.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Q10 screenshot 1
     
  9. Prime Draft icon

    Prime Draft

     4 likes

    Prime Draft helps writers maintain focus by using a distraction-free fullscreen interface, automatic goal tracking, customizable writing environment, and limited text view, preventing edits once a sentence is finished. Supports backup creation and secured progress tracking.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Prime Draft screenshot 1
     
  10. WriteRoom icon

    WriteRoom

     51 likes

    For Mac users to write without distractions. WriteRoom is a full screen writing environment. Unlike the cluttered word processors you're used to, WriteRoom lets you focus on writing. Requires Mac OS X 10.

    103 WriteRoom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Mac OS Screen
     
  11. Liquid Story Binder XE icon

    Liquid Story Binder XE

     19 likes

    Liquid Story Binder XE is a uniquely designed word processor for professional and aspiring authors, poets, and novelists. Writing software for those who require the editing ability of a commercial text editor as well as a document tracking system.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Liquid Story Binder XE screenshot 1
     
  12. JotterPad icon

    JotterPad

     22 likes

    Designed for creative writers, JotterPad is a plain text editor without the fuss and distraction of a word processor. It is perfect for writing books, novels, lyrics, poems, essays, drafts and screenplays.

    32 JotterPad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    JotterPad Android interface
     

    • JotterPad is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to TextRoom.

    • JotterPad is Freemium and ProprietaryTextRoom is Free and Open Source
  14. Calmly Writer icon

    Calmly Writer

     14 likes

    Calmly Writer is a professional text editor designed to focus on what you want to tell, with a simple, unobtrusive and distraction-free user interface.

    48 Calmly Writer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    Calmly Writer screenshot 1
     

    • Calmly Writer is the most popular Web-based alternative to TextRoom.

    • Calmly Writer is Paid and ProprietaryTextRoom is Free and Open Source
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