from an iPad and handwriting apps to Evernote, Roam, Obsidian, Notion, Mem and Tana
Roam Research
Outliner-based networked note tool that popularized daily notes and bidirectional block references. Every bullet is an addressable block that can be embedded and linked across pages, aimed at researchers and writers building long-term knowledge graphs. ~$15/month or ~$165/year; long-term 'Believer' plan available.
first seen 11 Feb 2026
1mentions
1creators
100%organic
Who actually uses Roam Research
From tracked mentions across YouTube, podcasts, X and newsletters. Active = mentioned in the last 120 days.
- ICOR with Tom | AI Productivity113k reach · since 10 Sept 20261×
The receipts
Verbatim quotes, ≤120 characters, linked to the second they were said.
Is there a newer or better tool?
No public switch source is available here for a move away from Roam Research. This does not establish that nobody switched. Other tracked tools in Note-taking & PKM are listed below.
Alternatives in Note-taking & PKM
FAQ
Do creators actually use Roam Research, or is it sponsored?+
Of 1 tracked Roam Research mentions with receipts, 1 are organic (genuine workflow use) — 100% organic. Every mention is labelled by source, and payment never changes the ranking.
What is Roam Research?+
Roam Research is an outliner-style note app built on bidirectional links and block references, known for popularizing the daily-notes workflow.
How much does Roam Research cost?+
Roam Research is subscription-only, at roughly $15 per month or about $165 per year.
Which creators use Roam Research?+
Creators tracked in the note-taking category — see the receipts on this page.