| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Spec score · Desktop Publishing Software | 8.1 (#9) | 7.1 (#26) |
| Print output | Calamus SoftRipping uses the same routines for screen and printer or typesetter output, and supports mixed raster types on one page, including FM raster. | Vellum Press can create paperback and hardcover print editions with automatic margins, page numbers, headers, and footers. |
| Security | The price list says customer data is basically transferred via a secure SSL connection. | Vellum says it uses secure encryption when transmitting information and does not sell personal information to third parties. |
| Support | The maker provides manuals, a support area, a forum, and a bug report link. | The maker offers help pages and a contact option for questions. |
