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Heptabase vs Obsidian

Heptabase and Obsidian are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeHeptabaseObsidian
VendorHeptabaseObsidian
Rating★ 4.7★ 4.8
PricingPaidFreemium
PlatformsWeb, DesktopDesktop, iOS, Android
Key featuresWhiteboards, PDF cards, MapsLocal Markdown, Plugins, Graph
HeadquartersTaiwanCanada / remote
Founded20212020
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Obsidian has a higher user rating (4.8★ vs 4.7★).
  • Heptabase is Paid, while Obsidian is Freemium.
  • Heptabase runs on Web, Desktop; Obsidian runs on Desktop, iOS, Android.

Frequently asked questions

Is Heptabase or Obsidian better?

By user rating, Obsidian scores higher (4.8★ vs 4.7★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Heptabase or Obsidian?

Heptabase is Paid and Obsidian is Freemium. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Heptabase and Obsidian open source?

No — neither Heptabase nor Obsidian is open source.

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