GrammarlyvsHemingway Editor
Score Comparison
Signals Comparison
Grammarly
- Grammarly refund denied - refunds only where required by law(8/10)
- Automatic renewal charges without clear notice(8/10)
Hemingway Editor
- Multiple confusing purchase options(5/10)
- Monthly AI rewrite limits feel restrictive(5/10)
Grammarly
- AI update backlash - users hate forced generative features(8/10)
- Constant upgrade prompts disrupt writing flow(6/10)
- Grammarly icon replaced by Superhuman logo after Superhuman Go activation(5/10)
- Icon obstruction blocks important buttons(5/10)
Hemingway Editor
- Free version doesn't help fix highlighted errors(6/10)
- Not suitable for long documents(6/10)
- No explanations for why changes suggested(5/10)
Grammarly
- Suggestions often incorrect or change intended meaning(8/10)
- Overly rigid suggestions harm creative writing(7/10)
- Plagiarism checker accuracy is poor(7/10)
- AI detector falsely flags non-AI content(7/10)
- GrammarlyGO content sounds bland and generic(6/10)
- Weak spell-check doesn't recognize common misspellings(5/10)
Hemingway Editor
- No grammar checking - only style analysis(8/10)
- Flags EVERY long sentence as a problem(7/10)
- AI rewrites strip unique voice and feel generic(7/10)
- Doesn't recognize idioms or colloquialisms(6/10)
- AI rewrites sometimes make sentences more complex(6/10)
- Passive voice detection inconsistent(6/10)
Grammarly
- Grammarly desktop app crashes, disappears or won't stay logged in(8/10)
- Requires internet - useless with slow connection(6/10)
Hemingway Editor
- Plus version requires internet - no offline AI(5/10)
Grammarly
- Grammarly for Microsoft Office add-in retired - Word users forced to desktop app(7/10)
Hemingway Editor
No signals
Grammarly
- Slow customer support and refund denial(6/10)
Hemingway Editor
No signals
Grammarly
- Privacy concerns with text sent to AI providers(6/10)
Hemingway Editor
No signals
Pricing Comparison
Grammarly
Users: 1 user
Limits: No plagiarism checker or AI detector, no full-sentence rewrites
Users: Up to 149 seats
Limits: Per-member pricing; prompts capped at 2,000/month
Users: Up to 149 seats
Limits: Not shown on the main plans page - listed in the help center
Users: Up to 149 seats
Limits: 12-month commitment
Limits: Cannot be merged with an existing Grammarly subscription
Limits: Mostly worth it only if you also want Superhuman Mail
Users: Unlimited
Limits: Sales process required
Hemingway Editor
Users: 1 user
Limits: Must copy text into web editor, no export options, no suggestions for fixes
Users: 1 user
Limits: No AI features, no automatic updates to new versions, no cloud sync
Users: 1 user
Limits: 5,000 sentence limit may not suffice for heavy users, AI requires connectivity
Users: 1 user
Limits: Still caps at 10,000 - may not suit agencies or heavy publishing schedules
Users: Multiple users
Limits: Pricing not transparent, must contact sales
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Grammarly | Hemingway Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Core Features | ||
| Grammar & spelling check Free tier includes | ||
| Readability grade scoring Shows grade level | ||
| Punctuation check Free tier includes | ||
| Complex sentence highlighting Yellow/red coding | ||
| Tone detection Basic free, full Pro | ||
| Passive voice detection Green highlighting | ||
| Adverb flagging Blue highlighting | ||
| Grammar checking NOT included - needs separate tool | ||
| Multiple languages Writing checks in 6 languages per Superhuman plans page; deepest support is English | ||
| Pro Features | ||
| Full-sentence rewrites Pro only | ||
| Plagiarism checker Pro only, low accuracy | ||
| AI Features | ||
| Generative AI prompts 100 Free, 2,000 Pro, unlimited Enterprise per month | ||
| Plus Features | ||
| AI rewrites Plus subscription only | ||
| Integrations | ||
| Browser extensions Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari | ||
| Desktop apps Windows, Mac - unstable | ||
| WordPress publishing Desktop app only | ||
| Mobile keyboards iOS, Android | ||
| Medium publishing Desktop app only | ||
| Google Docs integration Browser extension; known issues with footnotes, tables and 30+ page docs | ||
| Browser extension Not available | ||
| Microsoft Word integration Via Grammarly for Windows/Mac desktop app; Office add-in being retired, Word-on-Mac add-in discontinued | ||
| Desktop Features | ||
| Offline editing Desktop app only | ||
| Pricing | ||
| Free web version Unlimited use | ||
| One-time purchase option $19.99 desktop | ||
| Usability | ||
| Offline mode Requires internet | ||