Choosing Your Freewrite | Explore Smart Typewriter, Traveler & Alpha

[@trickyplays240]

Plz make the product cheaper… I thought the goal was to encourage writing not chase writers away with the price tags $$$

[@getfreewrite]

We know that Freewrite tools are an investment in your writing. We are a very small team working with small manufacturing batches, contributing to the price point. However, our customers find exceptional value in their Freewrite. Writers in the community see their productivity and word count increase by as much as 2-3x. We are constantly looking for ways to support all writers in their practice, and we just released Alpha to that end. We appreciate you taking the opportunity to open a dialogue with us, and we’re honored by your interest in Freewrite. Write on!

[@brandieddy5012]

This is true. I want it so bad, but that price point isn't doable for everyone!

[@samachell]

@@getfreewrite the manufacturing batches would not need to be so small if they were cheaper?

[@ResistanceQuest]

​@@samachellthe product would be crappy and it would affect their reputation

[@RebeccaLoran]

True. ​@@ResistanceQuest

[@invisibleadversary]

This is kind of a good idea to be honest. It’s a true digital typewriter that looks very cool. There are a lot things people don’t necessarily need but look cool and make you want to use it and in this case, inspire writing without distractions. The only real issue is the price tag. I think you’d just have to be pretty sure you’d use this thing often and not just let it collect dust in some corner of your desk.

[@ClementBarrios]

I have the alpha. The perfect size for me over the traveler. Love carrying it with me. It really is just a great writing experience.

[@djlclopez128]

If I was rich, I'd love to biy the typewriter style. I'm not a writer by any means, but my dad gave me his mom's green typewriter when I was in junior high, and I loved it. I typed a little faster than the typewriter could go, but it was a reminder of my Grandma. This is very neat looking, and I thi k you guys have an awesome idea! Ignore the complainers here in the comments, they care about gigantic screens and adding a bunch of crap to your idea. I say, there's people who love the idea of Freewrite and its made specifically for them. Keep up the good work! The products look great!

[@getfreewrite]

Thanks for commenting!

[@Koyote888]

The delay in the e-ink screen processing words I feel like would be a bit of a problem towards making/missing mistakes as well as decreasing how much words you crank out a minute.

[@karisummers77]

Perfect video; I had been looking for a sound comparison of the three devices! Thank you! :-)

[@getfreewrite]

Glad to help!

[@KristynRene.]

Would love an all black matte edition of the traveler like with the Ink Special Edition of the typewriter! I missed out on the ghost edition of the traveler due to budgeting constraints, and I know you won't be bringing it back (though you definitely should with how well it did!)

[@thesongmom]

If there was also a product in your line up that had a learn typing function for kids you would win me over so fast!!!

[@claudiameier666]

i like the traveler and the hemingwrite. but these are too expensive. for me. i use a alpha neo 2

[@getfreewrite]

We know Freewrite tools are an investment in your writing. We are a very small team working with small manufacturing batches, contributing to the price point. However, our customers find exceptional value in their Freewrite. Writers in the community see their productivity and word count increase by as much as 2-3x. We are constantly looking for ways to support all writers in their practice. We even have a free in-browser writing experience called Sprinter: sprinter.getfreewrite.com/. Write on!

[@JoeChip]

I’d like to see a typewriter with and LCD screen. I’d also like to see versions with a U.K. keyboard layout.

[@dadtype2339]

Next time you guys do a, "This is how each one sounds" part, as a future buyer, here are some suggestions that for me, someone who isn't sure it's for me and I'll explain why at the bottom, my thoughts. First lol, that was way to quick, it's like here is what the sound like and you offer a total time of 3 seconds, just seemed really short, had to repeat it several times and it felt broken or like you guys can't even give me the longer sound bite, a big part of my decision is how do the keys feel and....sound. Give each machine the time they deserve, they are hand built right, special, aren't your buyers important too, each should have been given at the very least an uninterrupted sound sample of 20-30 seconds, and preferably by someone who hasn't drank the entire 6th pot of coffee. I wonder if that how author Balzac sounded on his machine? Show a variety of typing speeds, Although I can type between 100/110/120 wpm, I also like to go slow as I'm word smithing and treading the eye of the needle, so to speak. Anyway.. I personally have worked long enough to build up that discipline to write on whatever without distractions, I write in bed, behind a desk or at the kitchen table, in the car while waiting for people, in doctor waiting rooms, sometimes ya got enough time for a novella in the exam room before the Doc comes in and takes charge and tells you to lose the pants. And with magic we obey. Try this somewhere else...nope! I was looking forward to these when I first read about them, I wanted to help by donating money, but I just couldn't at the time. And although price $$$$$ is a big factor on why of not bought one it's not the main reason....I was so disappointed when they did come available for public purchase and they're that expensive... I'm also a user and collector of vintage Typewriters, mechanical manual typewriters, and some electromechanical and I have two electric typewriters. I have a 1983 brother EP-20 the world's first portable battery powered thermal typewriter, and a brother EP-43 both machines are small and remind me of the Freewrite and traveler, but both save on paper memory and seeing the physical work made actually produced see it show it touch it, I am still talking about paper here. That also means my work is safe, it's mine I can show it, unless it gets wet too much heat, or burned or ripped up, it's safe. Yeah you need to carry some sheets of paper with you, but you got a writing bag anyway so there's room that's not a problem. The thermal print is good for 40+ years, I have a friend that's been using his machine since 1984 and says the read is still good. These machines print or burn slowly and the paper is better than the cheap receipt paper for a quick no care burn found at the cash register at the store. I also have a writing app on my phone and with a kickstand on my phone case and a bluetooth folding keyboard, I have the ability to write on the go, the thermal typewriter and my normal portable typewriters are also distraction free. All these are paperless typewriters, well hell I can get the same distraction free machine from a under $100.00 most cases AND permanently save and show my work on paper, but I keep coming back to visit. And then I can't decide as to which version I'd buy...I love the way the alpha sounds but not it's looks, though it does remind me a little of my most loving Speak 'n' Spell I had as a kid. I like the Traveler for 'on the go,' it's still a nice size, but I don't like it's not back lit, then again I don't write in the dark. It's probably the one I'd buy, but love the Freewrite the way it looks and the keys and key sounds. I love the Hemmingwrite, not the Hemmingwrite price tag, that's the same as my rent on my house! Sad, about the time I can buy a Hemmingwrite without batting an eye, the company will probably be out of business. I hope not, or you guys stop making them. You'd sell a lot more at a lower price point, but I know, I know hand made... No my biggest reason I don't buy one, is I can get the same thing from a 9 dollar machine I bought on eBay, the only increase in productivity for me would be from the time saved from feeding paper into the machine. It's appealing to know you can write and write without paper or ink, magical really. Distraction free isn't a big selling point for me I already have that, I can sit there and write without nosing into online games. Everyday I write between 6 and 10 single spaced pages, 10 is my goal, 6 is the very least I will allow myself to get up and quit for the day. The fun part is in about a mouth if I was able to do 6 to 10 I usually do 10 and sometimes more once I even wrote 44 pages on a manuscript, but my point is in a bout a month you got a full working 1st draft manuscript for a book or novel a full length novel at that! The only reason I wouldn't is family life, being a Dad can get in the way certainly, not feeling well is anything. But writing distraction free on a paperless machine is very cool no doubt, I get it, and I don't get it and again that's probably because I can get the same with a note pad and pen for less, good enough for Stephen King, or my make shift wireless keyboard and phone, or a real typewriter....what a painful dilemma I'm in. Wish someone would send me on to review, too bad we live in an evil world would be great to rent one a try before you buy, kind of thing. Guess that's the difference between prostitute and marriage....sigh. Anyway, here's to a long long life to your company long enough to continue making these wonderful machines. Thanks for reading, ❤ I'll probably get the traveler, and later a Freewrite, but I'd really like to own a Hemmingwrite. Be safe and be well❤

[@ResistanceQuest]

You vacillated about eight times in this piece between talking about how cool an idea it is and yet how expensive it is, how much you write already and yet how much you'd like to write more, the places, times, and tools you own for writing, etc. Here's the deal: I have a Smart Typewriter. It's a beautifully made device that's built to last. It does ONE thing very well, which is what I bought it for. Here's a tip: if you write a) every single day, or b) for a living, you might consider getting one. I do both. It is a well-made, specialized piece of equipment that WON'T do the work for you, but you know that already. Hope this helps slightly. Also, they're currently sold out of Travelers so I don't think they'll be going out of business anytime soon. Maybe if they started making cheaper, lower-quality devices, they would

[@luizappicanco]

Please release a Traveler with wider screen.

[@wrtucey]

Please release a Traveler with a matte finish!!!

[@kerc]

Eagerly waiting for my Alpha. 👍

[@getfreewrite]

They're here! We start shipping today! 😊

[@kerc]

@@getfreewrite Got my email, should be home early next week!

[@getfreewrite]

Woohoo! 👏

[@Hasenru]

I love my Freewrite Ghost Traveler! I got it earlier this year and just dropped an unboxing and first impressions video on my channel. It's definitely a great portable option, and I recommend it for people who prefer quieter typing experiences. It's even quieter than some of my other low profile keyboards (like my ThinkPad). It's my favorite on-the-go drafting tool to take to the library 😊

[@getfreewrite]

That's awesome! 👻 Thanks for letting us know about your video!

[@minecraftderalph]

It is a big invest here, so would be nice if it could be directly conected to a pc and used as a hig cuality keyboard. Imagine being able to use it on a laptop as an student and then unpluging it and keep writing on the bus or train on a just-text task.

[@ifadetogray]

I love my Smart Typewriter, but I backed the Alpha and got my notice today that they are shipping this week! Looking forward to it, as I was a fan of the Alpha smart, I wanted to go the Alpha route for my portable option. And for me portable sometimes just means using it on the couch instead of the desk, and as a person who's 6'3" I dig the slate layout for comfort.

[@getfreewrite]

Awesome! We can't wait to see what you and Alpha create together!

[@CZpersi]

Why has Alpha worse screen than much cheaper and decades older devices of the same category?

[@jakehubner2]

Great informative video. Colin is the best. He’s answered every single question I’ve ever had about these devices.

[@getfreewrite]

Thanks for the kind words! 😊

[@crazybotanist3961]

What is the battery life and charging options for the original model?

[@nichijin]

I have both the Smart Typewriter and the Traveler. I love them so much - they’ve helped my productivity in immeasurable ways. I could go on and on! And now I’m eagerly awaiting my Alpha, for which I just filled out the survey. So… All three! ❤

[@getfreewrite]

That's amazing to hear! Thank you so much for sharing. We hope Alpha gets you writing and inspired just as much as Smart Typewriter and Traveler. 😊

[@nichijin]

@@getfreewriteI have absolutely no doubt it will! :)

[@AtomicDucks]

I love my Traveler, but considering an Alpha now

[@getfreewrite]

Why not both? 🤷‍♀️

[@andybender]

Questions is how do you print it?

[@getfreewrite]

There are multiple quick and easy ways you can get your document from Freewrite to a printer. We provide a dedicated [send] key on the keyboard for precisely this reason - you can email drafts to yourself and print from a computer or mobile device. You can also print from a computer by downloading your drafts from the cloud. And last but not least, we have an optional subscription service called Freewrite Plus that enables you to send drafts directly to newer cloud printers that have dedicated email addresses. Hope that helps!

[@courtlandbrugger6770]

Who approved of making such a small screen for the flip open version? There's so much wasted space. Seems like a major flaw or a minor inconvenience at best.

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there. Freewrite is a dedicated drafting device intentionally designed to reduce distractions, separate the drafting process from the editing process, and help writers reach that flow state. For that reason, the screen isn't designed for lengthy reading, editing, or reviewing, but instead, focus. Users can choose from three different font sizes to help customize how much text is visible on screen. Thanks for commenting.

[@nalaredneb78]

I don't have a mechanical keyboard or one that sounds "THOCK" Alpha sounds 'thock' and I am waiting for mine to be delivered.

[@getfreewrite]

We can't wait for you to experience Alpha's mechanical keyboard!

[@ClementBarrios]

The thock on it is so satisfying

[@aresaurelian]

Excellent product philosophy. I recommend it for any serious author who needs a distraction free environment for creativity and productivity. There is a sense of soothing calmness to it. A feeling of unstoppable creativity. And there are so many colors and styles to choose from. Thank you.

[@getfreewrite]

"Unstoppable creativity" - we love that! Thank you for being part of the Freewrite Fam!

[@7orres]

Can you switch keyboard layouts?

[@getfreewrite]

On Traveler and Smart Typewriter, you can choose from any of these keyboard layouts: support.getfreewrite.com/article/27-freewrite-keyboard-layouts

[@eprohoda]

Hoow you doing?-Getfreewrite- like it, very nice vlog~have a great day- :))

[@carloshallan]

Is there a way to me buy from Brazil? And can I change the keyboard layout for writing in Portuguese too? I'm thinking about buy the Alpha.

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there! At the moment, Alpha does not have support for any languages other than English. That is a focus of the development team, but we aren't able to give an estimate of when it might be available. Unfortunately, we are not able to ship to Brazil at this time. We have had some Brazilian customers find third-party solutions, but we aren't able to recommend any. We're honored by your interest in Freewrite and hope to be able to welcome you to the Freewrite Fam one day!

[@carloshallan]

@@getfreewrite Does the smart typewriter have a keyboard with other languages?

[@getfreewrite]

Yes, Smart Typewriter and Traveler both have language support, including Portuguese. You can find the full list here: support.getfreewrite.com/article/27-freewrite-keyboard-layouts

[@therapybee]

Is there a new version coming out? I would hate to buy this then another one drops

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there! We love making special editions of our products. Sign up for our email list to be among the first to hear about them: getfreewrite.com/#EmailSignup

[@eleonorahackman6779]

I need a Traveler who sounds like the Alpha, with a screen that lets me write in bed at 3 am without waking my husband, like the Typewriter! 😅

[@Soupie62]

I'm sure you can do basic text with these. However- what about math equations? Superscript, subscript? Greek / Chinese / other languages? Do you support LaTeX formatting?

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there. The Freewrite lineup is made up of dedicated drafting devices designed to separate the editing from the drafting process and push writers into writing flow. Smart Typewriter and Traveler both have options for many languages. The answers to many questions like these can be found in our expansive Knowledge Base: support.getfreewrite.com/

[@kevenreis224]

Very interesting!

[@getfreewrite]

What would you write first?

[@JimHamerWrites]

I'm not sure this helped me choose. I got an Alpha... and then I also got a Smart Typewriter!

[@levantos]

A very cool idea, I'm all for this!

[@getfreewrite]

Write on! 🙌

[@veritasca24]

How can you incorporate a photo to the text? I like taking photos and then write something about each. Would buy the Traveler if I can do this. Thanks.

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there. None of our devices support images, as they're dedicated drafting tools. However, you could write about the photo on Traveler, and then move that work to your editing software of choice on your computer and add the corresponding photo there. Thanks for commenting!

[@getfreewrite]

Hi there. None of our devices support images, as they're dedicated drafting tools. However, you could write about the photo on Traveler, and then move that work to your editing software of choice on your computer and add the corresponding photo there. Thanks for commenting!

[@therapybee]

What’s the current ship time on the device?

[@getfreewrite]

Hi! You can find our shipping info here: getfreewrite.com/pages/shipping-information

[@xenotiic8356]

I'd love something like the Traveler but with the keyboard of the Alpha (or something similar)

[@vers1fier]

Why haven't you updated the console screen to an actual DIGITAL PLATEN? You realize the core driving force of a typewriter as a tool of focus to write is having thought IMPRESSED onto paper, right? It is the mechanical conduit from thought to word as the writer strikes the key and impresses it with ink to paper. Beyond function, it analogizes the entire scribe's existence! The digital platen is the conduit of PURE FOCUS that automatically parses the raw typed words scrolling it up into the e-ink display for consistency, leveraging the writer to keep track of their thoughts when composing a piece of writing. Until you update this crucial feature (really the core identity of an ACTUAL typewriter and what the Freewrite smart typewriter should have had since day one), this thing is nothing but a quasi-typewriter with a hefty price tag. Understand the typewriting process and the mechanics therein which have been honed for over a 100 years!

[@devilichus]

Imagine a hacker device version of this lol

[@Sam_Slick]

Traveler seems best.

[@getfreewrite]

Depends on your needs!

[@snackers7]

Wifi?!