Grammarly vs Wordtune: $12 vs $13.99/mo (2026)
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Grammarly vs Wordtune

AI Writing Tools pricing comparison · 2026

Grammarly has a free plan, then $12/mo, while Wordtune has a free plan, then $13.99–$19.99/mo. Grammarly is typically 29% more affordable, though your actual cost depends on tier and team size.

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Grammarly
Grammarly pricing ranges from free to $12/month as of March 2026.
verified 4mo ago
$300 $19K
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Wordtune
Wordtune is an AI writing assistant that helps create high-quality content.
verified 4mo ago
$300 $19K
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Recorded annual contract medians
Wordtune median is $19K less than Grammarly · different customer contracts; not a quote
Cheapest $300
Spread 98%
Estimated license cost
at 25 seats
List price × seats. Click a tier below to lock it.
Pro
$144/yr
year 1 license · flat plan price
Unlimited
$240/yr
year 1 license · flat plan price
What buyers actually pay
median, annual
Vendr deal-flow data. The real benchmark, not list price.
Median annual
$19K/yr
Vendr · n=0 · limited data
↓ Lowest median
Median annual
$300/yr
Vendr · n=37
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Sources & confidence

Every dollar amount and contract clause below traces back to a sourced fact. We don't manufacture composite scores.

Where this data comes from
Vendr · TrustRadius · Reddit · BBB · official docs
Sources 10 sourced facts
6 hidden-cost · 2 contract · Vendr median · 1 review platform
Last verified 3mo ago
Confidence High confidence
Sources 19 sourced facts
13 hidden-cost · 3 contract · Vendr median · 2 review platforms
Last verified 3mo ago
Confidence High confidence
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Plans at a glance

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Hidden costs

Each cost is severity-ranked, with the dollar range quoted from its source (Vendr, Reddit, TrustRadius, BBB, official docs) — never our estimate.

Beyond the sticker
Severity-ranked, sourced
5 documented
  • Auto-Renewal Price Increases
    50-100% of initial promotional price
    2 sources
  • Team Admin Overhead
    2-5 hours/month for teams of 20+
    1 source
  • Feature Upselling to Higher Tiers
    Enterprise pricing is custom-quoted, so the per-seat increase varies by contract
    1 source
  • Promotional-to-Standard Price Jump
    50-100% price increase after first period
    1 source
  • Reduced Functionality Across Third-Party Integrations
    Reduced ROI as premium features are unavailable in 30-40% of common writing contexts
    1 source
5 documented
  • Forced Annual Billing on Free Trial Conversion
    $83.88-$239.88
    2 sources
  • Automatic Annual Renewal Without Reminder Notifications
    $83.88-$360
    3 sources
  • Near-Impossible Cancellation Process
    $83.88-$360
    4 sources
  • Double Billing Across Multiple Email Accounts
    $167.76-$479.76
    2 sources
  • No-Refund Policy Not Disclosed at Purchase
    $83.88-$239.88
    2 sources
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Contract terms

The fine print, surfaced. Green = buyer-friendly. Each clause backed by a quoted source.

Grammarly
Wordtune
Auto-renewal
Yes
Yes
Cancellation
Must cancel before renewal date to avoid charges
—
Commitment
—
1 year (when billed annually)
Price escalation
Promotional rates valid for one subscription period only; standard rates apply upon renewal without published advance notice
No published escalation schedule, but legacy accounts report being charged rates no longer on the current rate card (e.g. $24.99/month for Unlimited when current annual rate is $9.99/month)
Can downgrade
—
—
Based on 5 verified sources (Vendr · TrustRadius · BBB)
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What users say

Aggregated, with sample sizes. We use whichever review platform has data.

User reviews
TrustRadius · Trustpilot · G2
Trustpilot
3.96out of 5 (24)
Best for
Casual writers who need basic grammar, spelling, and tone checks across browsers and apps
Watch out
Advanced features locked behind premium paywall
Trustpilot
1.8out of 5 (24)
Best for
Individuals testing the tool with very light usage needs
Watch out
Automatic annual renewal charges without reminder notifications
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AI Writing Tools

Grammarly

Free plan; paid $12
/mo
3 plans · Free tier
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AI Writing Tools

Wordtune

Free plan; paid $13.99–$19.99
/mo
3 plans · Free tier
Full pricing breakdown →

Comparing Grammarly and Wordtune in the AI Writing space. Grammarly pricing ranges from free to $30/month, while Wordtune costs free to $19.99/user/month.

This comparison breaks down the pricing tiers, features, and value propositions to help you choose the right tool for your needs.

Plan-by-Plan Pricing

Plan Grammarly Wordtune
Free Free /month Free /user/month
Pro $12 /month $13.99 /month
Enterprise Custom $19.99 /month

Cost at Scale

Total cost of ownership — licenses, implementation, and hidden costs included.

Grammarly

3 scenarios
$0/month (Free plan)
Student or Casual Writer
basic grammar, spelling, tone detection, and 100 AI prompts/month. Sufficient for occasional writing. Upgrade to Pro at $12/month annual if you need plagiarism detection for academic work.
$12/month (Pro annual at $144/year)
Professional Writer or Content Marketer
full-sentence rewrites, advanced tone and clarity suggestions, plagiarism detection, and 2,000 AI prompts/month. Best value for regular professional use.
Custom pricing (Enterprise plan) -- unlimited AI prompts, SAML SSO, style guides, admin analytics, dedicated account manager. Enterprise pricing is custom-quoted and depends on team size and contract terms.
Enterprise Organization (200+ employees)

Wordtune

7 scenarios
$0/month (free tier with basic features)
Solo / Getting Started
$9.99/month
Growing Business
billed annually ($19.99/month billed monthly)
Custom pricing — typically negotiated annually, contact sales for quote
Enterprise (100+ users)
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Market Intelligence

Grammarly

Median annual cost
$19,050

Wordtune

Median annual cost
$300
Based on
37 deals

What Users Say

Grammarly

Trustpilot
3.96out of 5 (24)
Top complaints
  • Advanced features locked behind premium paywall
  • Suggestions can be overly aggressive or miss context
  • Auto-renewal at higher rates without notice

Wordtune

Trustpilot
1.8out of 5 (24)
Top complaints
  • Automatic annual renewal charges without reminder notifications
  • No visible cancellation button on the site — impossible to cancel
  • Charges continuing months or years after cancellation attempts

Hidden Costs

Beyond the sticker price — what catches buyers off guard.

Grammarly 5 hidden costs

medium
Auto-Renewal Price Increases 50-100% of initial promotional price
low
Team Admin Overhead 2-5 hours/month for teams of 20+
medium
Feature Upselling to Higher Tiers Enterprise pricing is custom-quoted, so the per-seat increase varies by contract
high
Promotional-to-Standard Price Jump 50-100% price increase after first period
medium
Reduced Functionality Across Third-Party Integrations Reduced ROI as premium features are unavailable in 30-40% of common writing contexts
See all Grammarly hidden costs →

Wordtune 5 hidden costs

high
Forced Annual Billing on Free Trial Conversion $83.88-$239.88
critical
Automatic Annual Renewal Without Reminder Notifications $83.88-$360
critical
Near-Impossible Cancellation Process $83.88-$360
high
Double Billing Across Multiple Email Accounts $167.76-$479.76
medium
No-Refund Policy Not Disclosed at Purchase $83.88-$239.88
See all Wordtune hidden costs →

Contract Terms

Term Grammarly Wordtune
Auto-renewal Yes Yes
Cancellation Must cancel before renewal date to avoid charges —
Minimum commitment — 1 year (when billed annually)
Price escalation Promotional rates valid for one subscription period only; standard rates apply upon renewal without published advance notice No published escalation schedule, but legacy accounts report being charged rates no longer on the current rate card (e.g. $24.99/month for Unlimited when current annual rate is $9.99/month)

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Our Verdict

Choose Grammarly if you need Casual writers who need basic grammar and spelling corrections across web browsers and apps.

Choose Wordtune if you prefer Individuals testing the tool with very light usage needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Do Grammarly and Wordtune offer free trials?

Yes, both Grammarly and Wordtune offer free tiers. Grammarly's free tier includes Basic grammar and spelling checks, while Wordtune's free option provides 10 rewrites & AI suggestions per day. Review the feature limitations on free tiers before committing to a paid plan.

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