6 tools
If Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM) does not suit you on price, device or workflow, these tools do something similar. The closest come first, then other options in the Research category.
What usually makes people switch: not a general-purpose chat and depends on the quality of sources you upload. Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM) is freemium: free with a Google account. Google AI Plus/Pro/Ultra raise the caps.
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Has a desktop app.
Where it runs: Browser · Android · iPhone / iPad · Mac · Windows
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Has a desktop app.
Where it runs: Browser · Android · iPhone / iPad · Windows
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Lower DOA score (73 vs 82), has a desktop app.
Where it runs: Browser · Windows · Mac · Android · iPhone / iPad
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Higher DOA score (93 vs 82), has a desktop app.
Where it runs: Browser · Windows · Mac · Android · iPhone / iPad
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Higher DOA score (88 vs 82), has a desktop app.
Where it runs: Browser · Windows · Mac · Android · iPhone / iPad
Compared with Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM): Very similar on price and level: mainly a different way of working.
Where it runs: Browser · Android · iPhone / iPad
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