Notational vs Defter Notes

Comparing the features of Notational to Defter Notes

Feature
Notational
Defter Notes

Capability Features

All-in-one Infinite Canvas
Auto-save
Automatic Source Linking
Bidirectional Linking
Focused on Keyboard Use
Handwriting Support
Image Support
Incremental Search
Keyboard Shortcuts (macOS)
Enter to start editingCtrl Enter to create new noteUp/Down to navigateEsc to focus/clear searchTab to focus editorCtrl Alt R to renameCtrl Alt D to delete
Lock Location and Zoom
Note Management
Create noteEdit noteRename noteDelete note
PDF Import and Annotation
Preview Mode
Private Beta Invites
Recolor or Hide Links
Spatial Note Organization
Text Notes Support
Visual Note Support
Web App
Wormholes Feature

Integration Features

Apple Pencil Support
iPad Compatibility

Limitation Features

iPad Only
No Collaboration Features
No Explicit Integrations Listed
No Free Tier Mentioned
No Mention of Cloud Sync
No Mention of Collaboration
No Mention of File Export
No Mention of Mobile App
No Rich Media Support

Other Features

Beta Waitlist

Pricing Features

Has Free Tier
Lifetime Updates
One-Time Payment