Comparison Between Grammarly and After the Deadline
Introduction
Everyone makes mistakes, even the best writers need to review their work. Luckily, there are many software tools out there that can help writers find and correct errors in their content. However, with so many options available, it can be hard to choose which software to use.
In this blog post, we will be comparing two popular and commonly used software tools that help writers with their content: Grammarly and After the Deadline. Our comparison will consider user-friendliness, the types of errors that can be caught, pricing plans, and other features.
User-Friendliness
When it comes to user-friendliness, Grammarly takes the crown. Its interface is simple and easy to use. The software tool uses color-coded underlines to indicate errors in the text. It also provides suggestions for corrections along with an explanation for why the suggestion has been made. Additionally, its in-app editor allows users to make corrections without having to leave the software.
After the Deadline, on the other hand, has a slightly more complicated interface. The color-coded underlines are there, but it doesn't offer an in-app editor, which means users need to open a new tab to make the corrections.
Types of Errors Caught
Grammarly is well known for its accuracy when it comes to detecting errors. It is capable of detecting and correcting a wide range of errors, from grammar and spelling to punctuation and writing style. Grammarly can even flag plagiarism and suggest alternatives for repeated words. The software is not limited to any particular type of writing and can be used for various genres and mediums like social media, articles, essays, and more.
On the other hand, After the Deadline focuses on grammar and spelling errors with limited writing style suggestions. It doesn't offer any specific check for plagiarism, and it tends to correct more straightforward errors than Grammarly.
Pricing Plans
Grammarly and After the Deadline both come with a free version that offers basic functionalities. However, if you need more in-depth features, then you'll need a paid subscription. Grammarly's premium plan is offered at a cost of $11.66/month (billed annually). In comparison, After the Deadline is available as a part of Jetpack, a comprehensive suite of tools, starting at $7.95 per month that includes a lot of other features, making After the Deadline an affordable alternative.
Other Features
Grammarly offers some additional features that After the Deadline doesn't. For instance, the software tool creates a personal dictionary for individual users where they can add words and terms that are specific to their work. Grammarly also has a browser extension, which means users can work with it while typing in emails or even Facebook posts.
After the Deadline, on the other hand, has made some significant changes in the product toward accessibility and plugin integrations. Recently, it announced integration with Kobotoolbox, one of the leading open-source tools for survey data collection, to help collect quality data. With After the Deadline’s proofreading API, users can quickly integrate proofreading into the web, software, and other applications.
Conclusion
In conclusion, both Grammarly and After the Deadline are excellent software tools for writers who want to improve their content. However, when considering user-friendliness, the types of errors caught, pricing plans, and other features, Grammarly comes out on top for its comprehensive and user-friendly features. As always, our recommendation is to try both and decide which of those two can help you achieve your writing goals that best.