Novelcrafter
by Novelcrafter
Novel writing workspace with bring your own AI key
Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27
Overview
Novelcrafter organizes novels with a Codex of characters and world details, series and universes, and AI scene summarization and generation from scene beats. AI works through your own API key from the Hobbyist plan at $8 a month, while Scribe at $4 has no AI. There is a 21 day free trial with no card and no free plan. Because AI runs on your own key, model costs are billed separately by the provider on top of the subscription.
Our verdict
Novelcrafter is a thoughtful workspace for long fiction that keeps you in control of the AI. The bring your own key setup adds a step and a variable cost.
Best for
Novelists who want structured story tools and control over which AI model they use.
Avoid if
You want AI included in the price with no API key setup.
Pros
- 21 day free trial with no card
- Low subscription prices
- Choose your own AI models
Cons
- AI needs your own API key and separate model costs
- Scribe plan has no AI features
- No free plan after the trial
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
How much does Novelcrafter cost?
Scribe is $4 per month, Hobbyist $8, Artisan $14 and Specialist $20.
Does Novelcrafter have a free trial?
Yes. It offers a 21 day free trial with no credit card and no free plan.
Which plans include AI?
AI with your own key starts on Hobbyist. Scribe does not include AI features.