The Modern GitBook Alternative for Developer Teams
Looking for a GitBook alternative? You're not alone. After GitBook's 2024 pricing changes, many teams are exploring modern documentation platforms. Dokly gives you beautiful docs with full MDX support, interactive API playgrounds, and pricing that makes sense.
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Why Teams Switch from GitBook to Dokly
GitBook's pricing changes left many teams looking for alternatives. Here's why they chose Dokly.
Pricing That Scales
GitBook now charges $65/site + $12/user. Dokly's pricing grows with you, not against you. Save 60% or more on your documentation budget.
Full MDX Support
Write documentation with the full power of MDX. Embed React components, interactive examples, and custom UI directly in your docs. GitBook only supports basic Markdown.
Interactive API Playground
Import your OpenAPI/Swagger specs and let users test endpoints directly in your docs. Auto-generated code snippets in multiple languages.
Zero-Config Setup
Go from zero to published docs in 5 minutes. Beautiful design out of the box, instant search with Cmd+K, and automatic dark mode support.
Dokly vs GitBook: Side-by-Side
See how Dokly compares to GitBook on the features that matter most.
| Feature |  Dokly | GitBook |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free tier + affordable scaling | $65/site + $12/user |
| API PlaygroundOpenAPI/Swagger support | Interactive | Basic |
| MDX SupportReact components in docs | Full MDX | Markdown only |
| Custom Domain | Paid only | |
| Custom Branding | Pro plan | Paid plans |
| AnalyticsPage views & search queries | ||
| Search | Instant fuzzy search | Basic |
| Setup Time | 5 minutes | Minutes |
| Custom CSS | Pro plan | Paid plans |
| Dark Mode | ||
| Live Preview Editor | ||
| Code Syntax Highlighting | 100+ languages | Basic |
What Makes Dokly Different
Features that set Dokly apart from GitBook and other alternatives.
Interactive API Playground
Import your OpenAPI or Swagger specs and give users an interactive playground to test your API. Auto-generated code snippets in multiple languages make integration easy.
Beautiful by Default
Modern, clean design out of the box. Dark mode built-in. Mobile-responsive layouts that look great on any device. No design skills required.
Full MDX Power
Go beyond Markdown with full MDX support. Embed React components, interactive code examples, tabs, callouts, and custom UI directly in your documentation.
5-Minute Setup
Create beautiful docs in minutes. Live preview editor, auto-generated navigation, instant search with Cmd+K, and SEO optimization built-in.
Built for Developer Teams
See what makes Dokly the right choice for your documentation.
MDX-First
Full MDX support means you can embed React components, interactive examples, and custom UI directly in your documentation.
API Playground
Import your OpenAPI specs and give users an interactive playground to test your API directly in the docs.
Fair Pricing
No per-user fees that spiral out of control. Simple, predictable pricing that scales with your needs.
Migrate from GitBook in 3 Easy Steps
Most teams complete their migration in under an hour.
Export Your Content
Export your GitBook content as Markdown files. GitBook makes it easy to download your content.
Create & Import
Create a new Dokly project and paste your content into our MDX editor with live preview.
Customize & Launch
Add your branding, connect your custom domain, and publish. Your new docs are live in minutes.
Need help migrating?
Our team offers white-glove migration support for enterprise customers. We'll handle the entire process for you.
Contact Us for Migration SupportPricing That Makes Sense
See how much you can save by switching from GitBook to Dokly.
Dokly Pricing
Free
- 1 project
- 5 pages
- Instant search
- Dark mode
- Mobile responsive
Pro
- 10 projects
- Unlimited pages
- Custom domain
- Custom branding
- API Playground
- Analytics dashboard
Scale
- 25 projects
- Unlimited pages
- Everything in Pro
- 5 team members
- 10 GB storage
- Dedicated support
GitBook Pricing (2026)
Free
- 1 user only
- gitbook.io subdomain
- Basic features
- No collaboration
Premium
- Custom domain
- AI writing tools
- Advanced permissions
- Team of 5 = $125/mo
Ultimate
- Advanced analytics
- Enterprise integrations
- Priority support
Calculate Your Savings
A team of 5 pays $125/month on GitBook Premium ($65 site + $60 for 5 users). With Dokly Pro, you'd pay $49/month — saving 60% annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about switching from GitBook to Dokly.
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