Ulysses: Writing App

Ulysses: Writing App

Write a novel, story, book

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1231 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 10, 2017
  • July 13, 2026

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A distraction-free writing environment for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It offers robust document management, seamless syncing, and flexible export options for writers of all kinds. Includes a proofreader and editing assistant.

Distraction-free editor
Unified document library
Cross-device sync
Built-in proofreader
Flexible export options (PDF, DOCX, eBook, HTML)
Direct publishing to blogs
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What's New in Ulysses

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July 13, 2026

We improved the app’s stability and fixed a couple of issues. If you're happy with the app, please rate it, or even leave a review. This is a great way to support us indie developers. Thanks a lot!

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Subscription plans

Yearly Plan

Full access on all devices.

$39.991 Year
7 Days trial
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In-App Purchases

$10.99

Student Offer

Six months access on all devices.

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User reviews

SiD

A great app. Pricey given other options out there but it has powerful features while remaining incredibly intuitive.
Great for research, writing, organising and will quickly become the first app you fire up every day.

Confusing

In the interest of being clean and correct, it’s often confusing and inefficient.

Blocked from purchase

Annoyingly I’m being blocked from purchasing this app. I’ve tried multiple times on different Apple devices. It says I have no previous purchases to restore, however, when I attempt to pay for the app monthly or yearly it reports that I’m “not eligible for this offer”, assuming that’s in reference to the included 7 days trial. Here’s my problem, I’m happy to purchase without the trial, but there’s no option to do this. I’ve tried contacting their support services multiple times. It’s frustrating because I don’t want to have to look at alternative apps, but I’m starting to think I have no choice!
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A Great Writing Experience

After some initial teething problems with sync, which Support worked through with me, Ulysses is now where I write. It’s brilliant. No need for any other apps.

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Unexpected data loss or file corruption

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Slow performance on older devices

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Unreliable iCloud sync

Bug

Formatting issues when exporting to other formats

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Requested Features

5 requests

Improved collaboration and sharing features

Feature

Better integration with reference managers and citation tools

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More flexible export options and compatibility

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Customizable keyboard shortcuts

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Ability to hide Markdown syntax

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FAQ

What does Ulysses do?

Ulysses is a writing application designed for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It provides a focused, distraction-free writing environment with effective document management, seamless syncing across devices, and flexible export options. It aims to support writers throughout the entire writing process, from initial drafts to final edits.

What are the key features of Ulysses?

Key features include a distraction-free, markup-based editor, a unified library for managing all your texts, seamless synchronization across macOS and iOS, a built-in proofreader and editing assistant for grammar and style suggestions, and flexible export options to formats like PDF, DOCX, eBooks, and HTML. It also supports direct publishing to platforms like WordPress and Ghost.

How much does Ulysses cost?

Ulysses operates on a subscription model, offering both monthly and yearly plans. These subscriptions unlock the app's full functionality on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, and include full synchronization. A fully functional trial is available for users to test the app before committing to a subscription. Student discounts are also available.

What devices is Ulysses compatible with?

Ulysses is designed for Apple devices. It is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. All subscription plans include feature parity and full synchronization across these platforms, ensuring your writing is accessible and up-to-date no matter which device you are using.

Who is Ulysses for?

Ulysses is intended for writers of all kinds, including those working on novels, stories, books, or any long-form content. Its streamlined toolset and clean interface are designed to boost productivity and help users stay in the flow, making it suitable for anyone who needs a dedicated and organized writing environment.