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
Who actually uses Roam Research
From tracked mentions across YouTube, podcasts, X and newsletters. Active = mentioned in the last 120 days.
- No adoption data yet.
The receipts
Verbatim quotes, ≤120 characters, linked to the second they were said.
No public mentions yet.
Is there a newer or better tool?
No tracked creator has switched away from Roam Research. Here are the other tools creators reach for in Note-taking & PKM.
Alternatives in Note-taking & PKM
FAQ
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.