Neo Pricing 2026

Plans, hidden costs, and alternatives compared

Pricing verified Oct 2026

1 plans tracked Updated Oct 2026

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Neo is free.

Verified Oct 2026 from the official pricing page.

Is Neo worth the price?

Great value

The pricing is extremely generous, offering a fully functional open-source version at $0, which is rare for a polished SaaS product.

This makes it an exceptional value for authors who are technically inclined and want full control. It is best for budget-conscious writers who value privacy and customization over premium support or cloud convenience.

Pricing Plans

Open Source

Free

Full source code access
Community support
Self-hosted

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How Neo compares

1 of 6 direct competitors offers a free plan.

Starting price and free plan: Neo and its direct competitors
Tool	Starting price	Free plan
Neo	Free	Yes
Dabble	$9/month, billing unit not specified	No
Novlr	$6/month, billing unit not specified	Yes
Final Draft	$199.99 one-time	No
Scrivener	$60 one-time	No
Writer	$18/user/month	No
iA Writer	No public price	No

Neo Pricing FAQ

How much does Neo cost?

Neo is free to use. No subscription or one-time fee is required for the core product.

Does Neo have a free plan?

Yes. Neo offers a free plan called "Open Source". It includes: Full source code access, Community support, Self-hosted.

What are alternatives to Neo?

Alternatives to Neo include Dabble, Novlr, Final Draft, Scrivener. Dabble starts at $9/month, billing unit not specified; Novlr starts at $6/month, billing unit not specified; Writer starts at $18/user/month.