AllCitations vs Scribbr
See how AllCitations compares to Scribbr's citation generator. Both tools create APA, MLA, and Chicago citations - but AllCitations supports 30+ styles, exports to BibTeX and RIS, and is completely free.
Competitor type
web citation generator
Scribbr is a polished browser citation tool for common student workflows. AllCitations keeps the browser-first experience but adds more export options, more styles, and research-focused integrations.
Best for
students who want guided browser-based citation help
- Some advanced features sit behind a paid plan
- Fewer citation styles than AllCitations
- No BibTeX or RIS export in this comparison
- Less useful for research-heavy workflows
| Feature | AllCitations | Scribbr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free (limited) / Paid |
| Citation styles | 30+ | ~20 |
| BibTeX export | ✓ | ✗ |
| RIS export | ✓ | ✗ |
| Word (.docx) export | ✓ | ✗ |
| BibTeX/RIS import | ✓ | ✗ |
| Auto-detect DOI/ISBN | ✓ | ✓ |
| PubMed integration | ✓ | ✗ |
| arXiv integration | ✓ | ✗ |
| No account required | ✓ | ✓ |
| In-text citations | ✓ | ✓ |
Pricing
AllCitations
Free - all features, no limits, no account required
Scribbr
Free tier with limitations. Premium features require a paid plan.
Why Choose AllCitations
- ✓30+ citation styles vs ~20
- ✓BibTeX, RIS, and Word export included free
- ✓PubMed and arXiv integration for researchers
- ✓Import existing libraries from BibTeX/RIS files
Compare Other Tools
If Scribbr is close but not quite right, these related comparisons cover the rest of the current citation-tool cluster.
MyBib
MyBib is a simple browser citation generator with a familiar student-first flow. AllCitations covers more styles, removes ads, and adds export and import support for users who need more than a quick one-off citation.
Zotero
Zotero is built for managing full reference libraries, PDFs, and long-running research projects. AllCitations is faster when you just need accurate citations in the browser without setup or sync overhead.
EasyBib
EasyBib is a long-standing citation generator that many students already recognize. AllCitations keeps the speed of a web tool while making styles, exports, and core workflows available without a subscription.
Citation Machine
Citation Machine is another familiar browser citation tool aimed at students. AllCitations is the cleaner fit if you want the same quick-start experience without ads, subscriptions, or export limitations.
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