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sigil · v2.8.1 • auto-updates
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EPUB ebook editor
brew install --cask sigil 61
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.8.13mo ago2.8.0→2.8.1
4mo ago2.7.6→2.8.0
5mo ago2.7.5→2.7.6
Review
Mar 10, 2026Sigil is a robust, open-source EPUB ebook editor that supports multiple platforms. It offers auto-updates and active development, making it a reliable tool for ebook creators.
Sigil allows users to create and edit EPUB ebooks, providing a comprehensive set of tools for ebook creation.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, indicated by recent commits and a large GitHub following.
Community: While there is some buzz on Hacker News, much of it is unrelated to the ebook editor. Reddit shows no significant discussion.
Pros
- + Open-source and free under GPL-3.0
- + Cross-platform support for macOS, Windows, and Linux
- + Auto-updates for the latest features and security
- + Active development and community support
- + Resolved major issues, showing responsiveness
Cons
- - Potential confusion with other projects named Sigil
- - GitHub discussions might be overwhelming for new users
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