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obsidian is a local, highly customizable graph. jottie focuses on fast capture and built-in semantic retrieval.
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a quick view of how jottie stacks up against obsidian.
| feature | jottie | obsidian |
|---|---|---|
| capture speed | instant capture flow | fast, but setup varies |
| semantic search | built in | requires plugins |
| chat with notes | built in with references | requires plugins |
| local-first storage | cloud synced | local vault |
| metadata | automatic tags and dates | manual or plugins |
obsidian shines with customization. jottie is built for fast recall without setup.
choose jottie if you want instant capture with AI-powered retrieval and minimal setup.
choose obsidian if you want a local-first vault, heavy customization, and manual workflows.
is jottie a replacement for Obsidian?
jottie is focused on fast capture, semantic search, and chat over notes. Obsidian is broader, so the right choice depends on your workflow.
what is the biggest difference?
jottie centers on retrieval: search and chat that surface the right context quickly.
can i use both?
yes. many teams keep their main workspace and use jottie for fast capture and recall.
start with a single note, then use search or chat to pull the context back instantly.