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Graphite vs Ligature

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Graphite compared with Ligature
DetailGraphite logo GraphiteLigature logo Ligature
What it doesA calm, distraction-free Markdown writing app for writers that works offline A fast, offline space for writing, thinking, and organizing ideas
StageNot given MVP
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inIN Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree plan includes all core writing features. Pro Membership: $3.99/month or $29/year. Pro Lifetime: $29 (founding price until 13 November 2026), then $59. Free core features (local writing and organizing). Sync is a paid optional service for synchronizing libraries across devices.
Key features
  • Focus, Typewriter and Zen modes for distraction-free writing
  • Works offline in any modern browser
  • Plain Markdown files stored locally, on disk, or in Google Drive
  • Link documents with [[wikilinks]]
  • Version history with side-by-side comparison
  • Word targets with deadlines and daily pace tracking
  • Manuscripts: organize chapters and export as one
  • Export to Markdown, web page, Word, PDF and blog post
  • Syntax Highlight and Style Check (Pro)
  • Authorship tracking to mark text by you, AI, or sources
  • Block-based document editor with headings, lists, callouts, and tables
  • Organize with documents, folders, labels, and tasks
  • Inline annotations without interrupting writing flow
  • Focus mode to hide distractions
  • Customizable AI integration with local API keys
  • AI agent support via MCP protocol
  • Export documents
  • Optional cross-device sync service
  • Full offline capability
  • Local file storage with user control
What makes it different
  • No account required to start writing
  • Works completely offline with full functionality
  • One-time payment option for Pro (no subscription required)
  • No account required to write and organize locally
  • Complete offline functionality for writing and organizing
  • Full user control with files stored on your device
  • AI integration with local API keys for privacy
  • Flexible sync with optional paid service
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)44 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)30
Citation Flow (Majestic)140
Referring domains (Majestic)11

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