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Notchy vs Open Notebook
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| Overview | |||
| Description | Free macOS app turning your MacBook notch into a Dynamic Island with music, AI usage tracking, and 70+ tools. | An open source implementation of NotebookLM with more flexibility and features. | |
| Category | |||
| Developer | Vishva Variya | Open-notebook | |
| Verified Status | No | No | |
| Last Updated | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | |
| Pricing | |||
| Pricing Model | Free | Open Source | |
| Free Plan | Yes | Yes | |
| Free Trial | No | — | |
| Open Source | No | Yes | |
| Capabilities | |||
| API Access | No | — | |
| Features | • Dynamic Island-style notch interface • AI usage tracking across Claude, Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT • Clipboard history with OCR and smart actions • Pomodoro focus timer with streak tracking • Notch terminal with real shell support • 100% free forever, no account required | — | |
| Tags | macos-utilitynotch-appai-usage-trackingclipboard-managermenu-bar-app | opennotebooksourceimplementationnotebooklmflexibility | |
| Platforms | Mac | — | |
| Mobile Apps | No | — | |
| Trust and Engagement | |||
| Review Count | 0 | 0 | |
| Saves | 0 | 0 | |
| Views | 5 | 40 | |
| Quality Score | 33/100 | 54/100 | |
| Website Status | Online | Online | |
| Availability | |||
| Website | notchy.dev | www.open-notebook.ai | |
| Social Links | 2 linked | 1 linked | |
| Screenshots | No | No | |
| Reviews | |||
| Pros | • Free to use | • Free to use | |
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