CapacitiesvsReflect
Score Comparison
Signals Comparison
Capacities
- No native iPad experience in older versions(4/10)
- Capacities web clipper only saves links, not full pages(3/10)
Reflect
- Reflect has no tables and limited formatting(5/10)
- Reflect can't rename tags(4/10)
Capacities
- Notes aren't stored as Markdown files (vendor lock-in worry)(7/10)
Reflect
No signals
Capacities
- Capacities mobile app is worse than desktop(7/10)
Reflect
- Does Reflect have an Android app?(7/10)
- Reflect iPhone app missing desktop features(6/10)
Capacities
- Capacities iOS app stuck on launch screen or freezing(8/10)
- Capacities not syncing or showing the offline icon(7/10)
- Notes look missing on a new device ('Content not downloaded')(6/10)
Reflect
- Reflect Classic vs Reflect Open: which one should I use?(8/10)
- Reflect Open sync problems with iCloud and GitHub(7/10)
Capacities
- Why is Capacities Pro so expensive? AI, tasks and calendar are paywalled(6/10)
- Free plan media upload limit (5 GB then 100 MB per month)(5/10)
Reflect
- Why is Reflect so expensive for a notes app?(6/10)
- Reflect AI limits and bring-your-own-key costs(5/10)
Capacities
- Capacities learning curve: the object system takes days to click(5/10)
Reflect
No signals
Capacities
- No plugins and no team collaboration in Capacities(6/10)
- Capacities calendar integration is limited(4/10)
- Importing from Notion into Capacities isn't one-click(6/10)
Reflect
- Reflect Markdown export missing images and breaking links(7/10)
- Reflect Open missing publishing and integrations(6/10)
- Reflect Kindle sync only works with Amazon US(4/10)
Capacities
- Capacities sync can't be turned off and local data isn't encrypted(5/10)
Reflect
- Is Reflect Open end-to-end encrypted?(7/10)
- Lose your Reflect password and you lose your notes(9/10)
Pricing Comparison
Capacities
Users: 1
Storage: 5 GB media, then 100 MB/month
Limits: No AI, task management, smart queries, calendar integration, version history or Public API.
Users: 1
Storage: Unlimited media (fair use)
Limits: Single-user only; no team plan.
Users: 1
Storage: Unlimited media (fair use)
Limits: Mainly early access and supporter perks over Pro.
Users: 1
Limits: Requires Pro or Believer.
Reflect
Users: 1
Limits: Beta. No web app, no Android; Windows and Linux builds are experimental and unsigned. Publishing and some integrations are missing.
Users: 1
Limits: The iPhone app is newer than the Mac app and may lack desktop features.
Users: 1
Limits: No Android version.
Users: 1
Limits: Maintenance mode since July 2026: bug fixes only, new features go to Reflect Open. No Android app.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Capacities | Reflect |
|---|---|---|
| Organization | ||
| Custom object types | ||
| Notes | ||
| Daily notes | ||
| Linking | ||
| Daily notes and backlinks | ||
| Backlinks and unlinked mentions | ||
| Sync | ||
| Offline support Browser version only downloads required media by default | ||
| Storage | ||
| Local Markdown files Proprietary cloud storage; export available | ||
| Scheduled backups App must be open at the scheduled time | ||
| Capture | ||
| Audio memo transcription Whisper | ||
| Integrations | ||
| Plugin API | ||
| Public API Pro | ||
| Calendar integration Google, Microsoft 365, iCloud, CalDAV (Pro) | ||
| Kindle highlight sync US Amazon only, via Chrome extension | ||
| AI | ||
| AI assistant and chat Classic: built-in with daily caps; Open: bring your own key | ||
| AI assistant Pro, with monthly AI budget | ||
| Security | ||
| End-to-end encryption Classic only | ||
| Editing | ||
| Tables | ||
| Platforms | ||
| Android app | ||
| Linux app | ||
| Collaboration | ||
| Team collaboration View-only sharing only | ||
| Real-time collaboration | ||
| Sharing | ||
| Publish notes to web Classic only so far | ||