Head-to-head · Handwritten Notes Software
Notability vs MyScript Notes
Notability leads on 0 checks, MyScript Notes on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreNotability · 9.0/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
Notability scores higher on our rubric for handwritten notes software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #3.
Notability is the better fit for students who want audio-linked notes and study tools. MyScript Notes is the better fit for handwriting, math, and flexible page layouts.
- Notability fits best
Students who want audio-linked notes and study tools
- MyScript Notes fits best
Handwriting, math, and flexible page layouts
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Side by side
| Feature | Notability 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | MyScript Notes 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #2 in Handwritten Notes Software | #3 in Handwritten Notes Software |
| Best for | Students who want audio-linked notes and study tools | Handwriting, math, and flexible page layouts |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $14.99/user/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Docs | Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, GDPR | GDPR |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Notability 0/5 · MyScript Notes 0/5 | ||
| Handwriting to text | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| PDF annotation | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Audio recording | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Offline mode | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Shared note editing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Primary platform | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| OCR languages | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Notability is a digital note-taking application for students, educators, professionals, and teams. It combines handwritten and typed notes with PDF, document, slide, and spreadsheet imports. Audio recording can play back in synchronization… Read the review → |
MyScript Notes is a handwriting-focused note-taking app for students, professionals, and organizations who want to write, draw, and organize ideas across devices. It combines fixed-page notebooks, freeform boards with an infinite canvas,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Notability — where it wins
- Links handwritten notes with synchronized audio and live transcription
- Generates summaries, quizzes, flashcards, and note-based answers
- Works across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Where it doesn't
- Starter limits free accounts to five notes
- Plus caps monthly YouTube conversions and AI quizzes or flashcards
- Classic lists no AI or transcription features
MyScript Notes — where it wins
- Converts handwriting and recognizes mathematics and diagrams
- Offers fixed pages, infinite-canvas boards, and structured documents
- Exports to PDF, PNG, SVG, Word, and text formats
Where it doesn't
- Real-time collaboration is not supported
- Windows retains the Nebo name and is licensed separately
- Paid plan amounts vary by region and app store
- Notability9.0/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A handwriting and study workspace with synced audio, AI tools, and collaboration.
Visit NotabilityFull verdict → - MyScript Notes8.8/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A flexible handwriting app for notes, math, diagrams, and annotated PDFs.
Visit MyScript NotesFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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