Comparison

Knowt vs NoteMate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Knowt

This study app uses AI to transform notes and lecture videos into flashcards and practice tests. It offers various study modes, including spaced repetition, and provides free AP exam study guides. Millions of student-created resources are available.

Highlights
  • AI flashcard maker
  • Summarize lecture videos
  • Create practice tests from notes/PDFs/videos
  • Free Learn Mode with multiple study modes
  • Spaced Repetition algorithm
  • Free AP Study Guides
  • Sync across mobile and web
Features
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Discover a new way to study with Knowt, the all-in-one study app trusted by 7 million students. On top of being the #1 Flashcard App with Free Learn mode, Knowt also has unique AI features designed to save you time when studying. With one click, turn your notes into flashcards, or ask our AI to summarize your lecture videos and whip up flashcards on the key info for you. Knowt creates practice tests from any note, pdf, or video to help you prepare for exams. We offer a more efficient way to study, join us and take your learning to the next level with Knowt. What can you do on Knowt? Make flashcards sets: Use our AI flashcard maker to create your own set or grab some from popular sites like Quizlet. Turn your notes into flashcards and practice : Upload your notes and let our AI makes flashcards and practice tests to help you learn the material better. Study with Free Learn Mode : Master your flashcards with unlimited rounds of learn mode or one of our other study modes (Practice Test, Match, Spaced Repetition) Efficient note-taking: Use our AI note-taking feature to take notes faster Spaced Repetition : Nail your tests with our scientifically proven algorithm that helps you remember your flashcards longer Free AP Study Guides : Check out the Exams Tab for free AP exam study guides, flashcards, and practice tests. (We're adding more exams soon!) Explore Free Learning Resources: Choose from millions of digital flashcard sets, class notes, study guides, and pdfs on a wide range of subjects, all created by fellow students. Seamless Sync: All your stuff syncs between the mobile app and website, making it easy to pick up where you left off, regardless of the device you're using. --------- Download the new Knowt App today and take your notes & flashcards wherever you go. Improve your grades and unleash the power of AI to learn better & faster. Terms of Service : https://knowt.com/terms Privacy Policy : https://knowt.com/privacy --------------------------- Join the Knowt Community! Discord: https://knowt.com/discord TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getknowt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getknowt --------------------------- We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about our practices with regard to your personal information, please contact us at contact@knowt.com

About

NoteMate

This app transforms recorded lectures into study materials like notes, flashcards, and quizzes. It automatically transcribes audio, offers various summary modes, and allows for easy export to other platforms. Ideal for students who struggle with simultaneous listening and note-taking.

Highlights
  • AI-powered transcription with speaker labels
  • Multiple note summary modes
  • Automatic flashcard generation
  • Multiple-choice quiz creation
  • Export to Notion, Google Drive, PDF, and more
  • Background recording
  • Privacy-focused audio deletion
Features
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NoteMate turns a recorded lecture into notes, flashcards and a quiz — so the hour you spent listening becomes something you can actually revise from. No bot joins your call. No setup. Press record in the lecture hall, a seminar, or a meeting — or import a recording from Voice Memos or any app — and NoteMate does the rest. THE LEARNING LOOP 1. Transcript Accurate transcription with speaker labels and timestamps. Watch it appear live while you record, then search it later for the one thing you half-remember. 2. Notes Six summary modes, so the notes match the recording: Lecture, Notes, Action Items, Interview, Standup and Brainstorm. Lecture mode breaks a session into sections you can revise from. 3. Flashcards A deck built from your notes or the full transcript, ready to flip through on the bus. Edit any card — regenerate the deck later and your edits are kept. 4. Quiz Multiple-choice questions from the same lecture, with an explanation for every answer, including the wrong ones. A mistake teaches you something instead of just marking you down. SEND IT WHERE YOU WORK Export to Notion, Google Drive, PDF, Word, Markdown, plain text, CSV or email. Your notes end up in the system you already use, not locked in another app. MADE FOR HOW STUDENTS ACTUALLY STUDY - Record on your phone, no bot on the attendee list, no recording platform required - Works for in-person lectures, seminars, tutorials and group meetings — anything you can hear - Background recording keeps going when you switch apps or lock your phone - Share Extension imports audio from Voice Memos, Files or any other app - Push notification when your notes are ready - Home screen widgets and iPad support If you find it hard to listen and write at the same time — dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, or just a fast lecturer — NoteMate records so you can pay attention, and gives you the notes afterwards. FREE TO START The free plan includes 180 minutes of transcription a month, plus one flashcard deck and one quiz each month. No card required. The Academic Year plan is one payment covering both semesters, with unlimited recording, unlimited flashcards and quizzes, every summary mode and every export. PRIVACY Audio recordings are deleted automatically after transcription — within 24 hours on the free plan and 7 days on paid plans. Your transcripts and notes stay. Recordings are processed securely and you can delete your data at any time. Record your next lecture. Revise from it tonight. Terms of use: https://note-mate.app/terms-of-service Privacy policy: https://note-mate.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Knowt4 screens
NoteMate3 screens

Verdict

The call

Knowt and NoteMate both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of NoteMate's written reviews are positive against 62% of Knowt's. Knowt's advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 15) and chart position (#99 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Knowt sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and NoteMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Knowt against 4.7 for NoteMate. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knowt has 11K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Knowt's written reviews are positive against 100% of NoteMate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knowt ships an update weekly, NoteMate every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Knowt versus NoteMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnowtNoteMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (11K ratings) — better4.7 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews61.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11K — better15
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#99 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size150 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKnowt Inc.Benjamin Tindal

Customer experience

Knowt

All ratings11,144 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews881 reviews
Positive61.7%
Neutral8.9%
Negative29.4%

NoteMate

All ratings15 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Knowt

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Flashcards disappearing or duplicating
  • Incorrect answers marked as correct
  • Freezing on update screen
  • Compatibility issues on certain devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Split screen support for iPad
  • Ability to manually sort flashcards
  • More formatting options for flashcards
  • Improved AI-generated notes
  • Offline study mode
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  • Customizable audio/visual feedback

NoteMate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Knowt

Subscriptions9
  • Student Ultra Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Student Ultra Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Student Ultra Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Student Ultra Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Student Ultra Annual3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Student Ultra Annual3 Days trial2 variants$119.991 Year
  • Student Ultra Annual7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • Student Ultra Annual7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • Student ultra annual3 Days trial$149.991 Year
2 purchases

NoteMate

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Academic Year1 Year trial$59.001 Year

Questions

Is Knowt free?
Knowt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NoteMate free?
NoteMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Knowt or NoteMate?
Knowt is rated higher. Knowt averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while NoteMate averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.
Do Knowt or NoteMate have ads?
Neither Knowt nor NoteMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Knowt or NoteMate?
Knowt ships an update weekly, and NoteMate every 5 days. Most recently, Knowt was updated on November 5, 2026 and NoteMate on October 31, 2026.

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