Bear vs Roam Research
| Bear | Roam Research | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $2.50/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, extension, iOS, macOS, Web | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $2.99/user/mo | — |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | web, macos, ios | web, windows, macos, linux, ios, android, chrome_extension, api |
| Note sharing | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | iCloud, Apple Shortcuts, AirDrop | Roam Backend API, Roam Append API, Roam Alpha API, Roam Depot extensions |
Both are listed in Best Note-Taking Apps. On The Geeks Club, Bear scores higher on our published basis.