Grammarly Review (2026) — Is Premium Worth It?
The most convenient writing assistant because it’s everywhere you already write. The free tier catches the basics; Premium is for people who write professionally.
The Good
- Works across nearly every app
- Real-time, low-friction
- Genuinely improves clarity
- Solid free tier
The Bad
- Best features are Premium-only
- Sometimes over-corrects
- English-centric
Overview
Grammarly checks grammar, spelling, clarity and tone in real time across browsers, desktop apps and mobile keyboards, with generative features that can rewrite on request.
What it's good at
Ubiquity and speed. Because it plugs into email, docs and web forms, it corrects you where you actually write — no copy-pasting. The clarity and tone suggestions genuinely tighten messy sentences.
Where it falls short
The more valuable clarity and rewrite suggestions are Premium-only, and it occasionally over-corrects natural phrasing. It's English-first, so multilingual users get less value.
Should you use it?
Anyone who writes a lot of professional email and documents will benefit. If you only need basic spellcheck, the free tier or your OS may be enough.
Pricing
- Free — $0: Grammar & spelling, Basic tone hints
- Premium — $12/mo: Clarity rewrites, Tone adjustments, Plagiarism check
Who it’s for
- Polishing professional email
- Editing reports and docs
- Tightening marketing copy
- Catching typos before sending
FAQ
Is the free version enough?
For basic corrections, yes. Premium adds clarity rewrites and tone control that professional writers value.
Is there a coupon?
Annual plans cut the monthly price significantly — see the current deal on this page.