Readwise pulls highlights from Kindle, Pocket, articles, podcasts, and PDFs into one searchable archive, then emails a daily digest so the good bits come back instead of rotting in a device. The sync into Notion and Obsidian is the feature most people actually subscribe for.
Who it is for
A heavy nonfiction reader who wants Kindle highlights to end up in their notes app automatically.
Key features
- Syncs highlights from Kindle, Pocket, and PDFs
- Daily review email resurfaces highlights
- Two-way sync into Notion and Obsidian
- Search across all saved highlights
- Reader app for articles and newsletters
- No free tier, trial only
Where it falls short
It is a subscription for what is essentially a sync and resurfacing layer, and its usefulness is capped by how consistently you highlight in the first place.
Pricing
Paid only with a 30-day trial; around $8 a month billed annually, and the gate is that Reader is a separate subscription unless bundled.
Prices move; the tier structure is the part that stays true. Check current pricing on Readwise.
Alternatives to Readwise
Frequently asked
How much does Readwise cost?
Readwise is paid software. Paid only with a 30-day trial; around $8 a month billed annually, and the gate is that Reader is a separate subscription unless bundled.
What is Readwise best for?
A heavy nonfiction reader who wants Kindle highlights to end up in their notes app automatically.
What are the best alternatives to Readwise?
The closest substitutes we list are Notion and Obsidian. They sit in a similar price bracket but make a different trade-off, so read the weaknesses section of each review before switching.
Which platforms does Readwise run on?
Readwise is available on Web, iOS and Android.