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# Steer

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> Steer is a desktop writing assistant that helps individual professionals, students, and freelancers improve their written communication across any application on macOS and Windows. It works directly inside apps like email clients, Slack, and Google Docs, so users never need to switch windows or tabs to fix their writing.

The software is deployed on-premises as a native desktop application for both macOS and Windows. It uses keyboard shortcuts to improve selected text in place, and automatically adjusts the tone of writing based on whichever app is currently active. Multilingual writing is supported, making it useful for users who communicate in more than one language.

Steer uses the OpenAI API to process and improve text, and its backend is open-source. Text is only processed when the user explicitly selects it, and no data is collected or stored, making it a privacy-friendly option. The tool is free to use.

Because Steer works inside any desktop application without requiring a separate window, it suits budget-conscious users who write emails and messages regularly and want quick, in-context writing help. Support resources are available through its open-source community channels.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Ease of Use**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | - | ( Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Mechanic Advisor
- **Founded**: 2016

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: USD 4.00
- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: A free 30-day trial is available, after which Steer costs $4 per employee per month.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Spain, United Kingdom, United States

## Features

- Benchmarking
- Communication Management
- Customizable Questions
- Employee Management
- Employee Portal
- Employee Recognition Software
- Engagement Tracking
- Feedback Management
- Goal Management
- Negative Feedback Management
- Performance Management
- Performance Metrics
- Pulse Surveys
- Question Library
- Visual Analytics

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Chat

## Category

- [Employee Engagement Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/3397/employee-engagement/software)

## Related Categories

- [Employee Engagement Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/3397/employee-engagement/software)
- [AI Writing Assistant Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4486/ai-writing-assistant/software)

## Reviews

### "Steer is an awesome way to manage 1-1s with your team" — 5.0/5

> **Hannah** | *27 April 2017*
> 
> I'd highly recommend Steer. It's an awesome way to conduct 1-1 meetings with your team, and they also added a daily standup feature which is great. I'm really impressed by the ease of use and support.  Keeping up with your team's satisfaction levels is vital when it comes to employee retention.

## Links

- [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/473102/Steer)

## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.softwareadvice.com/product/473102-Steer/> |
| en-AU | <https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/473102/Steer> |
| en-GB | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/473102/Steer> |
| en-IE | <https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/473102/Steer> |
| en-NZ | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/473102/Steer> |

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