Heptabase

Visual note-taking on whiteboards for deep learning and research

A note-taking app that lets you lay out note cards on whiteboards to map and connect ideas, with PDF annotation and journals. For students and researchers making sense of complex topics.

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Pricing: Paid

Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Notes & Knowledge

Heptabase compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Heptabase	Paid	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
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Kosmik	Free plan	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows
Roam Research	Paid	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Whimsical	Free plan	–	–	Web
Tana	Free plan	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Zettlr	Free	Yes	–	Windows, Mac, Linux

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Questions

Is Heptabase free?

Heptabase is a paid product.

What platforms does Heptabase run on?

Heptabase is available for Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Heptabase?

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