Comparison · Multilingual proofreading tool
Looking for a LanguageTool alternative?
Formalong is a small set of free, no-sign-up tools for everyday work writing and planning — formalizing text, adjusting tone, drafting replies, and breaking tasks down. This page compares LanguageTool and Formalong so you can choose based on your workflow.
Quick overview
LanguageTool: A multilingual grammar, style and spelling checker available in the browser and via integrations.
LanguageTool checks spelling, grammar and style across many languages and offers browser and editor integrations. Formalong does not proofread — it rewrites. Where LanguageTool tells you a sentence is wrong, Formalong returns a new version of your message shaped for a work context, and adds planning and reply tools around it.
Where they overlap: both can help you improve written text. Where they differ: Formalong is for the step after correctness: making a message sound appropriate for the person receiving it, and handling the small planning jobs around it.
LanguageTool vs Formalong
| LanguageTool | Formalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary use case | Proofreading and style checking | Rewriting work messages and planning |
| Text formalization | Style suggestions | Dedicated Formalize tool |
| Professional rewriting | Limited to suggestions | Dedicated rewrite-tone tool |
| Email assistance | Checks text you write | Reply generator |
| Editor integrations | Browser and editor add-ons | None — works on the website |
| Language availability | Many languages | English and Bahasa Indonesia |
| Account requirement | Account needed for full features | No account needed |
| Pricing model | Free tier with paid plans | Free to use in browser |
Details about LanguageTool can change — check their official website for current features and pricing.
What LanguageTool does well
- Broad multilingual proofreading coverage
- Browser and editor integrations
- Style and clarity suggestions alongside grammar
When to choose LanguageTool
- You need proofreading across many languages.
- You want checks inside your editor or browser as you type.
- Correctness matters more to you than rewriting.
Worth knowing: Advanced checks and longer texts need a paid plan; Correction oriented rather than rewriting oriented; No task-planning or reply-drafting tools.
When to choose Formalong
- You want the message rewritten, not just corrected.
- You work between English and Bahasa Indonesia.
- You also want replies, task breakdown and planning tools.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Formalong check grammar?
- Not as a checker. Rewrites it produces are written in fluent form, but Formalong does not flag errors in your original text.
- Which supports more languages?
- LanguageTool covers far more languages. Formalong is built and tested for English and Bahasa Indonesia.
- Can I use both?
- Yes. Some people rewrite in Formalong and then proofread the result with a checker.
- Is Formalong free?
- The tools on the site are free to use in your browser.
Other comparisons
- Grammarly alternativeA widely used writing assistant that checks grammar, spelling and clarity across apps and browsers.
- QuillBot alternativeA paraphrasing tool with rewriting modes, plus summarizing and grammar features.
- Goblin Tools alternativeA collection of small, single-purpose AI utilities aimed at neurodivergent users, including task breakdown and tone adjustment.
Try Formalong
Every tool is free and works without an account. Start with try the formalize tool, or read what Formalong is for.
Formalong is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LanguageTool. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.