NovelistAI vs Shy Editor

Comparing the features of NovelistAI to Shy Editor

Feature
NovelistAI
Shy Editor

Capability Features

Advanced Editing Tools
AI Assistant
AI Image Generator
AI Model Support
GPT-5Grok-4QwenDreamina-3.1SEEDREAMIDEOGRAMRECRAFT-3FLUX
Audiobook Generation
Basic Export Format
txt
Bibliographies and Citations
APAMLAChicagoHarvardIEEE
Commercial Use Allowed
Community Features
Bookmark favoritesShare thoughtsConnect with readers/writers
Content Sharing
Content Types Supported
NovelsTalesNon-FictionGamebooksPoetryScripts/Screenplays
Custom Voice Upload
Customize AI Writing Style
Deep Research Mode
Detailed Stats and Goals
Distraction-Free Experience
Early Access
Export Audiobook File
Export Formats
markdownpdfdocx
Export to PDF
Feature Request Access
Featured Image Generation
File Library
Inbuilt Grammar Checker
Intelligent Search
Knowledge Base
Library Access
Markdown Support
Multilingual Support
88+ languages
Notes
Organizational Tools
tagslabelsfile structuresmart search
Priority Email Support
Priority Support Team
Read Unlimited Books
Smart Feedback
Themes Available
12
Unlimited Projects
Version Control
Voice Technology Options
OpenAI TTSXTTSMINIMAX

Integration Features

Online Platform
Supported AI Models
SEEDREAMIDEOGRAMRECRAFT-3FLUX
Supported AI Models for Text
GPT-5Grok-4
Supported File Formats
txtpdfdocxmarkdown
Supported Voice APIs
OpenAI TTSXTTSMINIMAX

Limitation Features

Advanced Features Require Subscription
AI Credits Limit (Basic)
20
Audiobook Voices by Plan
Standard voices (free), Custom voices (premium/pro)
Credit Package Limitation
No premium features without subscription
Export Format Limitation (Basic)
txt
Image Resolution by Plan
SD (free), HD (premium/pro)
Minimal vs Advanced Writing Setup
Minimal setup (free), Advanced options (premium/pro)
No Editing (Free)
No Export to PDF (Free)
No Support (Free)
Personal Use Only
Storage Limit (Basic)
100MB

Pricing Features

AI Assistant Credits (Basic)
20
AI Assistant Credits (Pro)
500
Content Generation Credit Costs
Text: 1-30 credits/page, Image: 1-10 credits/image, Audio: 1-5 credits/page
Credit Packages
Basic package: $19 for 500 creditsAdvanced package: $49 for 1500 creditsPremium package: $129 for 4500 credits
Credit System
Credits per Month
2000
File Storage (Basic)
100MB
File Storage (Pro)
5GB
Free Credits
10
Free Tier
Lifetime Access Price
$179
Monthly Pricing
$48/mo
Premium Monthly Price
$12/mo
Premium Yearly Price
$9/mo
Pro Credits Per Month
500
Pro Lifetime Price
$599
Pro Plan Price
$10/month
Yearly Pricing
$36/mo