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Heptabase vs NotePlan

Side-by-side comparison of two indie startups from the Startup Spotlight directory.

Option A
Heptabase

Heptabase

Productivity

Establish a visual understanding of your research.

Heptabase is a card-based visual notes app for researchers and students — Roam meets Miro, with a deeply considered UX.

Founder
Alan Chan
Founded
2021
Team
1-10
Listing
Free (nofollow)
Listed
May 2026
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Option B
NotePlan

NotePlan

Productivity

Markdown-based daily planner for Mac and iOS.

NotePlan combines a calendar, task list, and Markdown notes in one app — built by a solo developer, beloved by GTD enthusiasts.

Founder
Eduard Metzger
Founded
2018
Team
1-10
Listing
Free (nofollow)
Listed
May 2026
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