Comparison

MyStory.today vs Plot Flow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MyStory.today

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for writing novels, short stories, and screenplays across Apple devices. It features story management, an interactive corkboard with AI summaries, character and location linking, and a rich text editor. The app also offers AI assistance for writer's block and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Story management with chapters and scenes
  • Interactive corkboard with AI summaries
  • Character and location management with smart linking
  • AI assistant for writer's block
  • Timeline management for complex stories
  • Writing goals and progress tracking
  • Automatic sync across Apple devices
Features
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MyStory.today lets you write short stories, novels and screenplays on your iPhone, iPad and Mac. Write whenever you want, wherever you are. Trusted by over 2 million writers. Take your book with you everywhere you go. Write on the couch at home, on the train, or out in the countryside, and pick up exactly where you left off on any device. Features overview: • Story management with chapters and scenes • Interactive corkboard with smart scene summaries • Timeline management for multi-storyline novels • Character Moods: see how your characters feel in each scene • Characters and locations with auto-updating links • Assistant features (tone detection, text transformation, summaries) • Writing goals and progress tracking • Tasks and labels to organize your work • Scene images: illustrations, mood images, custom scene breakers • Rich text editor with spell and grammar check • Automatic, end-to-end encrypted sync across your Apple devices • Export to MS Word and LibreOffice Writer Organize your book with chapters and scenes Break your book into chapters and scenes for a clear overview. Scribble ideas on the built-in corkboard, drag cards around, and let the assistant add scene summaries. • Dynamic story corkboard with cards • Drag and drop to reorder • Add scenes and chapters on the fly • Smart scene summaries Timeline management for complex stories Plan novels with several plot threads. Create multiple timelines, assign scenes with times or ranges, and view everything chronologically. • Multiple storylines for plot threads • Assign scenes to timelines • Chronological timeline view Character Moods: bring your characters to life MyStory.today analyzes your scenes and detects the mood of each character. Lock moods you want to keep and read smart explanations for each suggestion. • Mood detection per scene • Lock moods to protect them • Smart explanations for each suggestion • Quick cleanup of unused characters Characters and locations with smart linking Create characters and locations and drop them into your text. Rename one and every reference updates automatically. • Simple character and location profiles • Auto-updating links in your text Assistant features Detect and adjust tone, transform text, and generate summaries for your corkboard. Turn all assistant features off in settings if you'd rather rely on your own creativity. • Tone detection and analysis • Intelligent text transformation • Scene summaries for the corkboard • Switch all assistant features off anytime Writing goals, tasks and labels Set daily or project goals and watch your progress grow. Use tasks and labels to keep chapters, scenes and ideas organized. Rich text editor with spell check Write distraction-free with bold, italic and indented text, full-screen mode, and built-in spelling and grammar checking. Scene images Extend your novel with illustrations, mood images or custom scene breakers. Upload from your device and keep writing across iPhone, iPad and Mac. Export your book Export all chapters and scenes to MS Word or LibreOffice Writer, for sharing or as a backup. Synchronize across your Apple devices With your free account, your work is available on iPhone, iPad and Mac, automatically and end-to-end encrypted. Download the free app today and start your book.

About

Plot Flow

Features
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Plot Flow - Making Story Planning and Writing Simple Plot Flow is a story planning and writing application designed for writers and creators, helping you efficiently organize, build, and write your stories through an intuitive interface and powerful features. Key Features: • Easy Story Outline Planning • Use kanban view to intuitively organize story structure • Drag and drop cards to reorder • Quickly adjust story node hierarchy • Build Your Story World • Create and link characters, scenes, props, and other story elements • Connect elements with outline nodes • Build a complete story world system • Focus on Writing • Clean writing interface • Access directory anytime • Quick chapter switching • Real-time word count tracking Whether you're a professional writer, screenwriter, or writing enthusiast, Plot Flow helps you better organize your thoughts and focus on creation. Download now and start your creative journey! Supports iPad and iPhone.

Screenshots

MyStory.today4 screens
Plot Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

MyStory.today and Plot Flow are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MyStory.today sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Plot Flow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MyStory.today versus Plot Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyStory.todayPlot Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichard Nespithal晓璐 王

Bugs and requests

MyStory.today

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Text disappearing when switching between sections
  • Inability to log back in after logout
  • Quota issues causing data loss
  • Chapters/scenes rearranging themselves unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to rearrange chapters and scenes
  • Implement offline mode or better backup options
  • Allow custom character/place sections
  • Add support for images and book covers
  • Improve font and formatting options

Plot Flow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

MyStory.today

Subscriptions6
  • MyStory.today Author$2.491 Month
  • MyStory Basic Monthly$3.991 Month
  • MyStory.today Author$5.991 Month
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  • MyStory.today Author$22.991 Year
  • MyStory Basic Annual$39.991 Year
  • MyStory.today Author$59.991 Year
2 purchases

Plot Flow

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Access7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access7 Days trial$34.991 Year

Questions

Is MyStory.today free?
MyStory.today is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plot Flow free?
Plot Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MyStory.today or Plot Flow have ads?
Neither MyStory.today nor Plot Flow shows ads.

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