Heptabase
documentation
Generative AI
freemium
intermediate setup
Last verified Mar 11, 2026Best For
Visual learners and researchers who need to organize complex information into structured knowledge maps.
Not Ideal For
Users looking for a simple, linear to-do list or those who prefer purely text-based note-taking without a canvas.
Pros & Cons
- Powerful visual whiteboard for mapping out complex ideas
- Seamless transition between cards, sections, and mind maps
- Robust offline mode with fast local syncing
- Bi-directional linking for building a personal knowledge base
- Excellent PDF annotation and research management tools
- Steep learning curve for users new to visual note-taking
- Mobile app is currently less powerful than the desktop version
- No free-forever plan for heavy users (trial only)
Key Features
Visual Whiteboard
A flexible canvas where you can arrange notes, images, and PDFs to see the big picture.
Card-based System
Atomic notes that can be reused across multiple boards without duplicating content.
PDF Annotation
Highlight and extract snippets from PDFs directly into your knowledge map.
Bi-directional Linking
Connect related concepts automatically to navigate your knowledge graph easily.
Task Management
Integrated checkboxes and date tracking to turn research into actionable projects.
Pricing Breakdown
- pro
- $11.99/month billed monthly for all features and cross-platform sync.
- free
- 7-day free trial with full access to all features.
- annual
- $8.99/month billed annually ($107.88/year).
- enterprise
- Custom pricing available for large organizations upon request.
⚠️ Pricing is subject to change. Always verify current pricing on the tool's official website before purchasing.
Free Tier
- storage
- Unlimited during 7-day trial
- features
- All features unlocked during the trial period
- requests
- Unlimited during 7-day trial
Integrations
Markdown
Readwise
Local File System