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Comparison · Updated May 2026

Quippy vs AuthoredUp

These tools solve different halves of the same problem. AuthoredUp helps you format, preview, and analyze LinkedIn posts you write yourself; Quippy is an AI ghostwriter that produces the posts in your brand voice — for LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.

The short version

Feature-by-feature

Pricing and features as of May 2026. Always confirm at the source.

FeatureQuippyAuthoredUp
Price$9.99/mo or $69.99/yr (3-day trial)$19.95/mo individual (14-day trial)
AI writes the postYes — three drafts in your voiceNo — you write every post yourself
Brand voiceUnlimited Moods, one-tap switchNo voice personalization
Post formatting & previewPlain drafts you paste inBest-in-class editor + multi-device preview
AnalyticsSelf-rated Insights (no dashboard)Deep LinkedIn analytics with CSV export
Hooks / templates12 post templates300+ hooks, 150+ CTAs library
PlatformsLinkedIn, Instagram, X, and moreLinkedIn only
DevicesNative iOS app (iPhone)Chrome extension + web (no native mobile)
SchedulingNoYes — calendar + scheduling

What Quippy does that AuthoredUp doesn't

  1. It actually writes for you. AuthoredUp is explicit that you write every post yourself — it formats and analyzes. Quippy generates three on-brand drafts from a rough idea.
  2. Your voice, saved. Moods capture your tone and reuse it on every draft; AuthoredUp offers generic hook templates, not a personalized voice.
  3. Multi-platform. Quippy writes for LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and more; AuthoredUp is LinkedIn-only.
  4. Native on iPhone. Quippy is a native iOS app; AuthoredUp depends on a Chromium browser extension and has no native mobile app.

What AuthoredUp does that Quippy doesn't

  1. Formatting and preview. AuthoredUp’s in-composer editor, readability scoring, and multi-device “See more” preview are best-in-class. Quippy hands you plain text to paste.
  2. Deep analytics. AuthoredUp tracks impressions, engagement, saves, and growth with CSV export. Quippy’s Insights are lightweight self-ratings, not a dashboard.
  3. Scheduling. AuthoredUp includes a content calendar and scheduling; Quippy does not.
  4. Hooks & CTA library. 300+ curated hooks and 150+ CTAs give writers strong structural starting points.

The bottom line

They’re complementary more than competitive: AuthoredUp polishes and measures LinkedIn posts you’ve written, while Quippy writes the posts for you in your voice across platforms. If your bottleneck is producing the words, Quippy is the tool; if it’s formatting and analytics on LinkedIn, AuthoredUp is.

Comparison published May 2026. AuthoredUp pricing and features verified against authoredup.com and third-party reviews (socialrails.com, connectsafely.ai) as of May 2026; Quippy details from the App Store listing. Confirm current details at authoredup.com before deciding.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does AuthoredUp use AI to write posts?

No. AuthoredUp is explicit that you write every post yourself — it provides formatting, preview, a hooks/CTA library, scheduling, and analytics. Quippy is the AI that generates the post copy in your voice.

Can I use both together?

Yes. Some people draft in Quippy and format/analyze on LinkedIn with AuthoredUp. They solve different parts of the workflow.

Which is cheaper?

Quippy starts at $9.99/month (or $69.99/year). AuthoredUp is $19.95/month for individuals. Confirm current pricing at each vendor.

Does AuthoredUp work on iPhone?

Not as a native app — it relies on a Chromium browser extension, with a limited mobile web experience. Quippy is a native iOS app.

Write posts that sound like you.

Three drafts in your voice, every time. Three-day free trial on the yearly plan.