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PMath help app that scans problems and explains step-by-step solutions
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Knowt vs Reflect Notes
Pricing, features, platforms and who each one suits — side by side.
K
Choose Knowt if…
- you work on Web, Android, Chrome
- you're in its core audience: high school students, college students
R
Choose Reflect Notes if…
- you want open source you can self-host or audit
- you work on macOS
- you're in its core audience: writers, researchers
Side by side
Feature Knowt Reflect Notes
Pricing modelFreemiumFreemium
Starting price$12.99/mo—
Free plan
Free trial
API
Open source
Data retention—Audio file deleted once transcription completes and syncs to note
Security and compliance—GDPR
AI conversation practice—
Study material from uploads—
Spaced repetition—
Mock exams—
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, ChromemacOS, iOS
CategoryLearning & TutoringNotes & Knowledge
CompanyKnowt Inc.Reflect App LLC
Based inUnited StatesUnited States
Founded——
Part of——
Key features
K Knowt
- Lecture recording summarizer that creates notes and flashcards
- PDF, PowerPoint, image and video summarizers
- One-click import from Quizlet, Kahoot and Wayground
- Free learn mode, matching game and spaced repetition
- Voice tutor and podcast generation from notes
- Exam predictor and custom study plans
- AP, SAT and ACT mock exams and practice rooms
- Upload up to 30 files at once
R Reflect Notes
- Daily notes with backlinked, networked notes
- Local Markdown files in a folder you choose
- Sync via iCloud Drive or Git
- Web clips and audio memo capture
- Search across past notes
- AI answers linked to source notes, using your own API key
- AI summaries, grammar fixes, custom prompts and transcription
- Import notes from Reflect Classic
Plans and prices
From each vendor's site. Prices change — confirm before buying.
Knowt
BasicFree
Ultra - Annual$12.99/mo billed yearly ($149.99)
Ultra - Monthly$24.99/mo
Reflect Notes
MacFree
iPhone & iPadLocal pricing on the App Store
Strengths and limitations
Knowt
- Free plan includes unlimited flashcard creation and storage
- Learn mode and spaced repetition are free
- Quizlet sets can be imported in two clicks
- Available on web, iOS, Android and Chrome
- AI summarizers, voice tutor and full test prep require Ultra
- Monthly Ultra costs $24.99, nearly double the annual rate
- Refunds only within 24 hours, and none for iOS/Android purchases
Reflect Notes
- Mac app is free with no subscription
- Open source, with code on GitHub
- Notes stored as local Markdown files
- AI requests go directly to your own provider
- No Windows, Android or web app listed
- iPhone and iPad app needs a paid subscription
- AI features need your own API key, and provider charges are billed separately
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