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Inkdrop vs Heptabase

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

Option A
Inkdrop

Inkdrop

Productivity

Note-taking app with robust Markdown editor.

Inkdrop is a beautifully crafted Markdown notes app built by a solo Japanese developer who openly shares his MRR.

Founder
Takuya Matsuyama
Founded
2017
Team
1-10
Listing
Free (nofollow)
Listed
May 2026
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Option B
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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