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Ulysses vs Workflowy

Ulysses and Workflowy 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

AttributeUlyssesWorkflowy
VendorUlysses GmbH & Co. KGWorkFlowy
Rating★ 4.6★ 4.6
PricingPaidFreemium
PlatformsmacOS, iOSWeb, Desktop, iOS, Android
Key featuresSheet library, Writing goals, ExportInfinite outline, Zoom, Search
HeadquartersHamburg, GermanySan Francisco, USA
Founded20132010
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Ulysses and Workflowy share the same user rating (4.6★).
  • Ulysses is Paid, while Workflowy is Freemium.
  • Ulysses runs on macOS, iOS; Workflowy runs on Web, Desktop, iOS, Android.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ulysses or Workflowy better?

Ulysses and Workflowy are rated equally (4.6★) by users, so the better choice depends on your needs — see the feature and platform comparison above.

Which is cheaper, Ulysses or Workflowy?

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

Are Ulysses and Workflowy open source?

No — neither Ulysses nor Workflowy is open source.

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