GoodNotes vs Notability - which is better in 2023?

[@yosebchoi4802]

i use both. Goodnotes (one time purchase) for notetaking and planning. Notability (free version) for PDF annotation cuz it provides darkmoded PDFs, which makes it easy for my eyes.

[@sh1nenkai258]

does notability allow unlimited pdf editing?

[@reda3305]

​@@sh1nenkai258 yea

[@shikhartrivedi3378]

Also after editing or highlighting text on my pdf, it will save into the app and and we can access again from that app itself or like first we have to drag a pdf file download from web or telegram etc into notability/goognotes app then we can edit and reccess it fron there?¿

[@Sharlenestudzy-more]

So this has been me since day one both app came out I’ve been with both because I still see both give something different and I couldn’t give up one for the other. Mostly, I use GoodNotes to store all my books and the organization of that and then my notes are done on Notability especially because I use a lot of typing features, so good notes recently just added the better type in And copy and paste feature but it’s still not as good as notability, but not ability just had a update of but a week or two ago and it is the worst update it is crashing everything everything is freezing and glitching and actually for about a whole three months now not ability has been really horrible and I think I am literally about to switch fully took good notes now especially we could not having the recording. Finally now I am just so fed up with Notability.

[@brayan8346]

What do you use now?

[@ein_kleiner_m_und_m6075]

for goodnotes you can actually tap the + two times for a quick note, almost like notability, just a tip from me you can also open another note in a new tap exactly like notability, either by tapping the three dots and selecting split view or just dragging the app icon next to the other tap plus you can share your documents as a pdf, so it’s easily readable for no goodnotes users

[@Paperlike]

Great comment! That really shows off how close both apps are. There are workarounds for pretty much any limitation they have. Ultimately it's up to personal preference🙃

[@shikhartrivedi3378]

Also after editing or highlighting text on my pdf, it will save into the app and and we can access again from that app itself or like first we have to drag a pdf file download from web or telegram etc into notability/goognotes app then we can edit and reccess it fron there?¿

[@Kiyonce.Kartier]

I was an avid user of notability for YEARS. Then, I lost an important file not once but TWICE in 6 weeks in notability and had ro explore options. I put good notes on the back burner for years because of the laggy writing experience which also manipulated my strokes. Anyway, I gave good notes another whirl and man oh man!! Good notes has pulled ahead of notability bar none! I just wish GN had the same organizing style as Notability

[@Paperlike]

I would argue that even without encurring any issues, sometimes it's just good to go out there and try out different software. Sometimes, we get so used to what feels confortable that we're missing out on something that's potentially even better 🙃

[@lataundriahunt9325]

Totally agree

[@goudendynamiethd2117]

I prefer the GoodNotes look of the UI, but in features I prefer notability because it has a better recording tool and measuring tool, which I need for math.

[@huzainisahmawi]

been using goodnotes for quite a long time, they keep updating and adding new feature. salute to the team,

[@emilyhebert7723]

One comparison that is missing from this video is the zoom box for both apps. If you want to take a lot of notes with your own handwriting and have it be neat and compact, using a zoom box is very crucial. Here Notability wins hands down for me. When you use the zoom box in Notability, all of the writing tools are at the top of the zoom box in easy reach. In GoodNotes, no writing tools shift down to the zoom box. The writing in the Notability zoom box is instantly replicated in the note so you can see how well it looks. With Good Notes, each word pops in only when finish writing it & it is very clunky. Also, when having two notes open side by side in Notability, it is possible to jump back and forth and use a zoom box in each one. This is super helpful for neat writing within a smaller space.

[@Paperlike]

You're totally right Emily. The zoom box is a feature I use a lot as well :) It's really helpful! We'll make sure to include it in a video down the line 🙃

[@DebarghaBhattacharjeeDB]

After watching your other video about goodnotes 6 and notability, I was sold on notability although I loved some features of goodnotes like scribble to erase and ai handwriting. But this video changed my mind completely as it's not possible to change the formatting of individual pages in notability and that is an essential feature for me. Thanks a lot for making such detailed videos.

[@christophercadigan7403]

This is fantastic. Smart folders for checklists are awesome. Never knew that existed.

[@Paperlike]

Yes they are 🙃

[@mscargill1]

Very surprised to see just 52 likes for your excellent video comparison. So clear and to the point and by far the best comparison review of these two leading iPad note-taking apps that I have come across. Thanks very much for producing this! I am subscribing to your channel!

[@Paperlike]

Thank you! :)

[@godsmagic9656]

Like others, you did not mention one of the crucial features that Goodnotes provides. It allows you to copy from pdf texts and paste them somewhere else.

[@JowyCenatVlogs]

Notability can do that too tho

[@godsmagic9656]

@@JowyCenatVlogs Nope, it doesn't as per the coping text. I just checked it in my free version, Notability did not have it when I had the subscription as well. Maybe you don't "EVEN" know the feature I am talking about just like the iPhone users don't "EVEN" understand the "pause feature" option while doing the video recording, you know you. Unless you show them a demo because they are completely naive and unimaginative of the outside of the box. And the funny thing is, no dumb liar KZbin tech reviewers show or compare those useful features, so people who are in the dark, always remain in the dark. And the companies know those types of people are the majority of the population so the companies make them fool confidently.

[@godsmagic9656]

@@JowyCenatVlogs Hey I am so sorry if I sounded rude. I am actually a very nice and funny person myself.

[@godsmagic9656]

@@bigjamal5229 Thank you. 🙏.

[@amyagreen910]

So in notability you can only write on pdf with the pen whereas in good notes you can copy and paste the whole text and make it like a document that you can edit? Just got an ipad and still learning the two, trying to figure out how to use it 😂

[@hemanggupta3632]

bought goodnotes subscription after this video. Thank you!

[@danielretamal1]

I think Goodnotes is more aesthetic, and look more complete. But, Notability has way more options and tools than Goodnotes, like dark mode, better PDF compatibility, all the pages are in the same size even if they are A4, letter, etc; also it has a ruler so you can make perfect angles. So Notability is so much better. I only think that the app need an interface redisign, that's it.

[@Paperlike]

Hey Daniel, thanks for your comment! This actually goes hand in hand with the video's conclusion. Both apps are GREAT but depending on our personal preferences, and what we value the most, we'll prefer either one or the other... or just love and use both for different use cases 🙃

[@nadirahaiyad4566]

I prefer Goodnotes better for ease of use!

[@MissZoei]

Agree with others - fab video and definitely showed me the pros and cons of each that apply to me. While I prefer the folder/accessibility of Notability, GoodNotes seems to be the best option for me (specifically for the inability to apply different templates to one document!) Thanks for the detailed overview!

[@aqilahazhar4502]

What do u mean by inability to apply different templates to one document? I’m currently waiting for my ipad to arrive and am still contemplating between the two

[@Beldalkin]

You can share your notes in galery of notability and you can edit others notes so I think the winner is notability

[@danielpardo2036]

Notability’s tape feature trumps the flash card feature imo. GoodNotes handles PDFs way better giving you a tab view. However GoodNotes is littered with bugs

[@Haphazardzone]

You need to update this for the latest release from Notability is laggy and has made some negative changes to the user interface.

[@Snoke_bro]

For some reason goodnotes draws a few more millimeters after I remove the stylus. How do I get this out of the way? It really pisses me off. There is no such problem in notability, everything is 1 in 1 with the stylus. I have also seen this problem in onenote. Just because of this problem I want to switch to notability.

[@brayan8346]

You should do an update. I was a Goodnotes user until my first day of College yesterday. I have now switched to Notability.

[@pedroalvarado3406]

Why is that?

[@alicehuang2614]

Why? I am currently considering switching from Nota to GN, it would help to know. Thanks.

[@megan7804]

@@alicehuang2614bc of the goodnotes 6 update I am assuming. Look into it if you’re curious, its really upsetting for people who have used goodnotes for years.

[@Paperlike]

We're curious as well. Why is that? Oh and BTW, there is an updated review on our channel 🤗

[@ShawnRoberts1]

Great review! Although early, will the release of GN6 change your outcome? Also, what is your go-to GN pen settings?

[@Mychannel-wx9qm]

Wow, this video is fantastic! I will be switching to GoodNotes based on this!

[@Paperlike]

Thanks so much 💙

[@petekadenz2466]

The lack of iCloud syncing and the subscription pricing model are dealbreakers for me re Notability. And are why I’m going with Goodnotes.

[@Paperlike]

I perfectly understand your point 🤗

[@carlelsby]

just found your content and love it, thank you! given me ideas for when in the office for us. Also may I ask I notice on your Apple Pencil you had a gripper of some kind? never seen these is that something you can juts pop on your pencil to give better grip? Thanks

[@Paperlike]

Hi Carl, yes! We chose silicone as the material because it simply feels good, is durable and resistant to dirt.

[@JulianGarza-Jones]

Good video except I wish you put the logo for which one you’re talking about bc it’s confusing to understand which one is on the screen

[@Paperlike]

thank you for the feedback!

[@dvdmcd]

Goodnotes 6 have a problema with PDF text. The fonts shows problems when you skroll the page with the finger. All the text seems to change to darker, with distorted. Move the page and take off the fingers looking at the same word of the text. Come closer to the text. This is very bad!

[@greenrachel769]

the "import pdf" of notability is a minus from me because with goodnotes i can basically import any pdf file of any sizes into one

[@LunaSoledad21]

Which one is best with importing a part of a pdf file to a new notebook then adding notes?

[@Ev_777]

Goodnote

[@ulevi_]

I found that Notability takes up some time when loading huge pdfs that GoodNotes doesn't

[@Paperlike]

That's interesting. Thanks for the input Levi!

[@shikhartrivedi3378]

Also after editing or highlighting text on my pdf, it will save into the app and and we can access again from that app itself or like first we have to drag a pdf file download from web or telegram etc into notability/goognotes app then we can edit and reccess it fron there?¿

[@caleidozkopie8344]

QUESTION Dies anybody know a note taking app that let's me rotate the paper?

[@AirFire18]

I have used both, notability was always amazing and I struggle to enjoy good notes cause I work as both as someone who teaches and is a student. If you are only a student, sure….

[@EhtibarAbdullayev-y2q]

it is said that noteability is making hot for ipad. is it true.?

[@T.keckley]

Does iPad need to have cell service in order for apps to work? Will it back up once on Wi-Fi?

[@Paperlike]

All iPads work on Wifi 🙃

[@eahofer]

You didn't mention linking notes, tagging notes, searching notes by tag. Are these not important?

[@bomcabedal]

Interesting video until you mentioned Notability's subscription model. That's just a deal breaker.

[@perzeon]

Sensed a portuguese accent, am I right? Thank you for the very amazingly detailed review of both apps and thank you for giving a final decisive answer :)

[@Paperlike]

You sensed correctly, portuguese accent indeed 🙃

[@MiyaBhika]

GoodNotes literally has split screen in app 😅

[@DhirajKumar-hm2xx]

Goodnotes vs notability ,which is occupied less space (in case of no of page and content is same)

[@santoFromHere]

I loved it until I lost my 3 hours of notes written on PC, next day I checked it and I saw the previous version of notes, someone know what could go wrong? Also, I see slow syncing when I change notes on my iPhone, I need to wait an hour or more to see the changes on another device, any advice? I already moved my notes to google docs because of it, but if you can explain the case I will change my mind

[@Mike-hu8yz]

On Goodnotes or Notability?

[@sandynguyen3162]

The animated images and notes, being able to play gifs files is what I like about Notability. Too bad the subscription.

[@Paperlike]

That's definitely a great feature 🙃

[@taliabasma6120]

Time for a new comparison video haha goodnotes has changed and idk if it’s for the better

[@keymefortson6772]

Omg right I had Goodnotes for years and the new update makes me sick so I been looking at notability but I have to see some more reviews on it before I switch

[@Paperlike]

Well, a new review is up on our channel. Hope it helps you :)

[@karlculpepper]

Notability is Better 😎

[@yousif_268]

noh goodnotes is more better than notability

[@Paperlike]

Is it weird if I say, I agree with both 😅

[@brunoavila100]

Amazing video, thanks for the information

[@Paperlike]

😁

[@machoii5731]

Notability wins for me because you only two-finger tap once to undo something as opposed to doing it twice in goodnotes, this saves me lots of time especially when I have to undo a lot of strokes

[@andreiacosta2100]

with gn6 now you can just scratch what you want to erase and continue on writing

[@amyagreen910]

On thing about notability, if you want pretty notes, you can convert the text it’ll convert it in place. On goodnotes, you have to copy and paste it, and replace it with what you hand wrote… annoying

[@Paperlike]

Very true!! Hopefully, there's an update on the way to correct that 🙃

[@MargoBeatty]

The biggest feature you left out is the ability to record (Notability has this - GoodNotes does not). It is an amazing feature, especially for college students. I have used this feature for years and love it!

[@f11bot]

Now it also has!

[@Mike-hu8yz]

He didn't leave it out.

[@Ty6x]

👍🏻.

[@miletell8394]

Thenotability is 100000x better then the other. I bought both and I've used for a long time. But notability wons my heart ❤️

[@caskraker]

Apple Notes.

[@Paperlike]

We do love Apple Notes as well. There is a video about it on our channel as well if you'd want to take a look :)

[@Arman-ik2dc]

No one will say notability payed him 😂

[@Paperlike]

If that would be the case, they would be really angry when in the end I give GoodNotes a slight edge ^^ Oh and btw, an updated review is out 💡

[@yousif_268]

good notes is more better than notability

[@Pomegrante460]

Sucks GoodNotes doesn’t have a pencil

[@Paperlike]

Totally agree! But we're sure, the GoodNotes team is working on it 🙃

[@keiraferrari7764]

The latest version of Notability ruined the app. The favorites toolbar is GONE!

[@anubhavsriv]

apple notes, trust me!

[@qcbabez]

was...

[@Paperlike]

We're curious, what made you change your mind between both apps? Oh and btw, we have an updated review out 🙃

[@missmegant20]

Please charge your poor tablet. 6% 😭😭😭

[@Paperlike]

Hahahah love this comment! At Paperlike, ALL my colleagues told me exactly the same 😅