Noteflow vs Competitors

Compare the top OCR and note digitization tools. See how Noteflow stacks up against Adobe Scan, Microsoft Lens, and Google Drive.

Noteflow

Best Overall

Direct Google Docs integration, AI-powered OCR, works in browser

Try Free

Adobe Scan

Best for PDFs

Professional scanning, PDF editing, requires subscription

Requires app

Microsoft Lens

Best Free Option

Completely free, Office integration, no Google Docs support

Requires app

Google Drive

Most Basic

Simple scanning, creates PDFs, limited OCR features

Built-in Google

Feature Comparison

See how Noteflow compares to other popular OCR tools

FeatureNoteflowAdobe ScanMicrosoft LensGoogle Drive
Google Docs Integration
Handwriting Recognition
Works in Browser (No App)
Free Plan Available
Unlimited Free Conversions
Editable Text Output
Cloud Sync
Mobile & Desktop Support
AI-Powered Accuracy
Original Image Saved

Why Choose Noteflow?

  • Only tool with direct Google Docs integration:

    No need to export, convert, or upload. Your notes go straight to editable Google Docs.

  • Works in your browser:

    No app downloads required. Access from any device with a web browser.

  • AI-powered accuracy:

    Advanced handwriting recognition with 90%+ accuracy on clear writing.

  • Generous free plan:

    10 conversions daily is enough for most students and casual users.

  • Original image preserved:

    Both the image and extracted text are saved together in your Google Doc.

When to Consider Alternatives

  • AS
    Choose Adobe Scan if:

    You need professional PDF editing features and don't use Google Docs as your primary workspace.

  • ML
    Choose Microsoft Lens if:

    You're heavily invested in the Microsoft ecosystem (Office 365, OneDrive, OneNote).

  • GD
    Choose Google Drive if:

    You only need basic document scanning to PDF and don't require advanced OCR or editable text output.

💡 Pro Tip

For students and professionals who use Google Docs, Noteflow offers the smoothest workflow with the best value. Try it free for 10 conversions daily!

Pricing Comparison

ToolFree PlanPaid PlanBest Value
Noteflow10 conversions/day, 10 notebooks$9.99/month unlimited
Adobe ScanBasic scanning only$14.99/month (Creative Cloud)
Microsoft LensUnlimited (completely free)N/A
Google DriveUnlimited (with Google account)N/A

Ready to Try the Best OCR for Google Docs?

Start digitizing your notes with Noteflow today. Free plan includes 10 conversions daily!