Comparison
Evernote alternative with AI search and MCP
Evernote pioneered digital note-taking, but over time it became slower, more complex, and significantly more expensive. CapturedIt offers a simpler, library-first approach: capture notes, links, files, and screenshots from any device, then search across everything instantly.
How Evernote and CapturedIt compare
Evernote tries to do everything — document editing, task management, calendar. CapturedIt focuses on capture and retrieval: get content in from anywhere, then find it instantly with AI.
| Feature | CapturedIt | Evernote |
|---|---|---|
| Note editor | Clean markdown | Rich text, heavy |
| Web clipper | Yes (Chrome, Safari) | Yes |
| Screenshot capture | Yes (desktop) | No |
| AI summaries | Yes (all plans) | AI add-on |
| Semantic search | Yes (Pro+) | Basic search |
| Ask AI about notes | Yes (Pro+) | No |
| API access | REST + MCP (Vault) | Limited API |
| ChatGPT / Claude | Native MCP integration | No |
| Free tier | 50 items + AI | None (paid only) |
| Paid plans | Pro $9.99, Vault $19.99 | $14.99–$24.99/mo |
| Platform apps | iOS, Android, macOS, Windows | Same |
| Offline sync | Yes | Yes |
How to switch from Evernote
- 1
Export from Evernote
Evernote supports exporting notebooks as ENEX files. Export the notebooks you want to migrate.
- 2
Convert and import
Convert ENEX to text/HTML, then email or upload to CapturedIt. We are working on native ENEX import — contact support for early access.
- 3
Set up your new workflow
Install browser extensions, mobile apps, and connect to ChatGPT or Claude for AI-powered note retrieval.
FAQ
▶Can I import my Evernote notes?
▶Does CapturedIt have notebooks or folders?
▶Is there a handwriting feature?
See also
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