Comparison
LunaNotes vs ReClipped
Both tools excel at video note-taking with timestamps, but LunaNotes adds AI-powered summaries, diagrams, and flashcards while ReClipped focuses on multi-platform annotation and team collaboration.
AI-powered note-taking app with built-in video player, automatic transcription, AI summaries, diagram generation, and flashcard creation. Works as a standalone web app.
ReClipped
Video annotation platform supporting 17+ video sources. Features timestamped notes, screenshots, audio recording, color-coded highlights, and team boards with exports to Notion, Obsidian, and Readwise.
Introduction
LunaNotes and ReClipped are both purpose-built for video learners, but they approach the problem from different angles. ReClipped focuses on being a comprehensive video annotation tool that works across the widest range of video platforms—from YouTube and Vimeo to Udemy, Coursera, and even local video files. LunaNotes takes a more AI-forward approach, emphasizing automatic content understanding and generation.
ReClipped shines with its broad platform support, audio note recording, and integrations with knowledge management tools like Obsidian and Readwise. It's trusted by major universities including UCLA, MIT, and UT Austin, and offers free access for students and educators. The team board features make it suitable for collaborative video analysis and feedback.
LunaNotes differentiates with its AI capabilities—automatic transcription, intelligent summarization, diagram generation, and the ability to chat with your video content. If you want your notes to be enhanced and organized by AI rather than purely manual annotation, LunaNotes provides more automation for transforming video into structured knowledge.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | LunaNotes | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Platform Video Support | ||
| AI Summarization | ||
| Diagram Generation | ||
| Audio Notes |
Feature Comparison
Video Integration
| Feature |  | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
YouTube Integration Direct integration with YouTube videos for note-taking | ||
Video Timestamps Ability to link notes to specific moments in videos | ||
Multi-Platform Video Support Support for videos from multiple platforms beyond YouTube | advanced | |
Screenshot Capture Capture screenshots from video for notes | ||
Local Video Support Take notes on videos stored on local drive or cloud storage | ||
Automatic Transcription AI-powered transcription of video content | limited |
AI Capabilities
| Feature | | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
AI Summarization Automatic generation of summaries using AI | ||
AI Chat with Content Ability to chat with AI about your content | ||
Diagram Generation AI-powered creation of diagrams and visual representations from content | ||
Semantic Search AI-powered search that understands meaning, not just keywords |
Note Features
| Feature | | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
Audio Notes Record audio notes and voice dictation for hands-free note-taking | ||
Color-Coded Notes Use colored markers to visually categorize and prioritize notes | limited | |
Rich Text Editing Support for formatting, media embedding, and organization within notes | ||
Export Formats Available formats for exporting content |
Learning & Study
| Feature | | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
Flashcard Generation Ability to create flashcards from content for spaced repetition learning | ||
Quiz Mode Interactive quiz mode for flashcard sets with score tracking |
Platform & Integrations
| Feature | | ReClipped |
|---|---|---|
Notion Integration Sync or export notes directly to Notion workspace | export | |
Obsidian Integration Sync notes directly to Obsidian knowledge base | ||
Readwise Integration Sync highlights and notes to Readwise for review | ||
Team Collaboration Create teams and share resources with team members | ||
Browser Extension Browser extension for quick capture and access |
Pros and Cons
LunaNotes Advantages
- AI-powered summaries transform long videos into digestible content
- Diagram generation creates visual study aids automatically
- Flashcard and quiz mode for active recall learning
- AI chat lets you ask questions about video content
- Semantic search finds information by meaning, not just keywords
ReClipped Advantages
- Supports 17+ video platforms including streaming services and local files
- Audio notes and voice dictation in 16 languages
- Direct integrations with Obsidian, Readwise, and Notion
- Free for students, teachers, and nonprofits
- Trusted by UCLA, MIT, Stanford, and other top universities
LunaNotes Wins for AI-Powered Learning
If you want AI to actively help you learn from videos, LunaNotes is the better choice. While ReClipped excels as a manual annotation tool with broad platform support, LunaNotes transforms video content into structured knowledge with automatic summaries, diagrams, and flashcards. For learners who want to maximize retention and understanding with minimal manual effort, LunaNotes' AI capabilities deliver more value from every video.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LunaNotes support as many video platforms as ReClipped?
ReClipped currently supports more platforms (17+) including streaming services like Prime Video and Twitch. LunaNotes focuses on YouTube and embedded videos, with platform support growing. If you need to annotate videos from many different sources including local files, ReClipped's broader compatibility may be more suitable.
Can I use voice dictation in LunaNotes like ReClipped?
ReClipped offers audio note recording and voice dictation in 16 languages, which LunaNotes does not currently support. If hands-free note-taking is important to your workflow, this is an area where ReClipped has an advantage.
Which tool is better for students?
Both tools cater to students. ReClipped offers a free Basic plan for anyone with a .edu email, making it cost-effective for academic use. LunaNotes provides AI features that can accelerate learning through automatic summaries, flashcards, and quiz mode. Your choice depends on whether you value free access and broad platform support (ReClipped) or AI-powered study tools (LunaNotes).
Does LunaNotes integrate with Obsidian like ReClipped?
ReClipped has direct Obsidian and Readwise integrations for syncing notes to your knowledge base. LunaNotes currently supports Notion export and Zapier integration, but does not have native Obsidian support. If Obsidian is central to your workflow, ReClipped may be the better fit.
Conclusion
LunaNotes and ReClipped represent two different philosophies for video note-taking. ReClipped is a mature annotation tool with exceptional platform coverage—if you need to take notes on videos from Udemy, Prime Video, Twitch, or local files alongside YouTube, ReClipped delivers. Its integrations with Obsidian and Readwise make it ideal for users building a connected knowledge base, and the free tier for students shows commitment to educational accessibility.
LunaNotes takes a different approach by leveraging AI to do more of the heavy lifting. Rather than just capturing timestamps and screenshots, LunaNotes generates summaries, creates diagrams, builds flashcards, and lets you chat with your video content. For learners who want to maximize comprehension and retention without spending hours on manual note organization, LunaNotes' AI features provide significant time savings.
Choose ReClipped if you need broad platform support, audio notes, or Obsidian integration. Choose LunaNotes if you want AI to help you learn faster with automatic content generation and study tools.
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