Grammarly
Proofreading and writing feedback across many sites
4.5 / 5 · 43.1K ratings
LanguageTool
Grammar and style checking across sites, with multilingual support
4.7 / 5 · 12.6K ratings
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Criterion | Grammarly | LanguageTool |
|---|---|---|
| Primary use | Inline proofreading across the web | Grammar and style with multilingual reach |
| Language coverage | Deepest in English | Many languages are the core pitchEdge |
| Free tier | Free tier; Pro unlocks advanced feedback | Free tier with length limits; Premium extends them |
| From the cited store listings | ||
| Public adoption | 35,000,000 users; 43.1K ratingsEdge | 2,000,000 users; 12.6K ratings |
| Store rating | 4.5 / 5 from 43.1K ratings | 4.7 / 5 from 12.6K ratingsEdge |
| Update recency | Last updated July 27, 2026 — actively maintained | Last updated August 7, 2026 — actively maintained |
Choose Grammarly if…
- English proofreading depth is the priority.
- You want the most widely adopted option across many sites.
Choose LanguageTool if…
- You write in more than one language.
- You prefer an open-source core and a lighter free tier.
Bottom line
Both are safe recommendations with large public track records. Grammarly wins on English depth and adoption; LanguageTool wins on language breadth, with a 4.7 rating across a 12.6K sample of its own.
Sources
- Chrome Web Store listing
Store metrics, feature claims, and data categories.
- Chrome Web Store listing
Rating, users, version, update date, and data categories.