Help+Manual vs HelpSmith
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| Figure | Help+Manual | HelpSmith |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Spec score · Help Authoring Tools | 7.9 (#10) | 7.6 (#16) |
| Integrations | The feature matrix lists direct Confluence database import, RoboHelp and Author-It project import, and a DeepL automated translation plugin. | Help files and Web Help can integrate with applications or websites, and exported topic lists can be used in header files compatible with C#, VB.NET, Delphi, C++, and MS Office VBA. |
| License terms | The store describes the license as perpetual with no subscription, and says 12 months of maintenance with free updates and support are included. | A purchased license has no time limit for use with the corresponding HelpSmith version; minor-version upgrades are free, and major-version upgrades are free within one year of the order date. |
| Support | Support options include user manuals, tutorials, public forums and direct email support. | Technical and ordering questions are handled through support tickets in the online Help Center. |
Plans
Help+Manual
- Help+Manual v10, Basic Edition€569, paid once
- Help+Manual v10, Professional Edition€899, paid once
- Help+Manual v10, Floating License€1,569, paid once
HelpSmith
- Standard$199, paid once
- Professional$299, paid once
- Ultimate$399, paid once
In their own words
Help+Manual
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