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Linear vs Ulysses

Linear and Ulysses are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeLinearUlysses
VendorLinearUlysses GmbH & Co. KG
Rating★ 4.8★ 4.6
PricingFreemiumPaid
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, iOSmacOS, iOS
Key featuresKeyboard issues, Cycles, ViewsSheet library, Writing goals, Export
HeadquartersSan Francisco, USAHamburg, Germany
Founded20192013
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Linear has a higher user rating (4.8★ vs 4.6★).
  • Linear is Freemium, while Ulysses is Paid.
  • Linear runs on Web, Desktop, iOS; Ulysses runs on macOS, iOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Linear or Ulysses better?

By user rating, Linear scores higher (4.8★ vs 4.6★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Linear or Ulysses?

Linear is Freemium and Ulysses is Paid. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Linear and Ulysses open source?

No — neither Linear nor Ulysses is open source.

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