What it does
Kilonotes is a handwriting-first study note app for iPhone, iPad, and Android tablets. It supports handwritten notebooks, PDF import and markup, audio recording, photos, typed text, and AI-assisted summaries or study aids. The official site says the free download includes five notebooks and basic AI; its paid Pro tier unlocks unlimited notebooks and additional AI and customization features.
Capture a lecture before polishing it
For a class built around slide decks, import the PDF and write directly on the pages; for a lecture where the instructor moves quickly, the product also advertises audio recording and later AI summaries of recordings, handwriting, and PDFs. The official Kilonotes site describes these student workflows, along with Apple Pencil and Android S Pen support. The App Store listing adds features such as flashcards, custom folders, and tagging. These are product claims, not results from a hands-on recording or study session.
Kilonotes is free to download, with five notebooks and basic AI included; Pro unlocks unlimited notebooks, full AI, custom fonts, and additional page styles. The official site links to both Apple App Store and Google Play versions. The current App Store release history lists version 3.49.0 dated 2026-10-15, supporting that this is an active product. Exact Pro prices and data synchronization behavior were not evaluated.
Strengths
- Combines handwriting, PDF annotation, audio capture, and multimedia in a student-oriented notebook.
- The official site lists a free tier with five notebooks and basic AI features.
- The project offers iPad/iPhone and Android versions, including stylus workflows.
Watch out for
- Unlimited notebooks and the full AI feature set require the paid Pro tier.
Best for
- Students annotating lecture slides and writing by hand on a tablet
- Capturing class audio alongside notes for later review
Sources
- Kilonotes | Official Product Homepage (Oct 25, 2026)
- Kilonotes | App Store (Oct 25, 2026)