Free alternatives to Grammarly

Grammarly: Grammar, spelling and style checking. Here are 3 free or open-source options.

Tool	Type	Best for
LanguageTool	Open source	Checking writing in English and other languages.
Harper	Open source	Fast, private English grammar checking.
Hemingway Editor	Free tier	Making writing clearer and shorter.

The alternatives in detail

LanguageTool Open source

A grammar and style checker for many languages, with browser extensions and an open-source core.

Best for: Checking writing in English and other languages.
Limits to know: The free hosted version has text-length limits, and some premium features are paid.

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Harper Open source

A privacy-focused grammar checker that runs on your own device.

Best for: Fast, private English grammar checking.
Limits to know: English only, and it checks fewer things than Grammarly.

Visit Harper

Hemingway Editor Free tier

A web editor that highlights hard-to-read sentences and passive voice.

Best for: Making writing clearer and shorter.
Limits to know: Focuses on readability, not full grammar checking.

Visit Hemingway Editor

When is Grammarly still worth paying for?

A free option is often enough, but not always. If you depend on specific features, file compatibility or support, check the limits above first. Visit Grammarly to compare.

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