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AnnotateWeb vs Hypothesis
Both stand on web annotation tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
AnnotateWeb offers link-based collaboration and webpage markup without requiring an account or installation. Consider its two-minute inactivity deletion and possible site compatibility limits before using it for review.
Visit AnnotateWeb Free plan Open source APIExtensionWeb
Hypothesis brings annotations and discussion into course materials, with both personal use and institutional LMS integrations listed. Check the seat limits and package details when considering an institutional rollout.
Visit HypothesisThe facts
| AnnotateWeb | Hypothesis | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Web | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | annotateweb.com | web.hypothes.is |
| On web annotation tools | #5 of 31 | #1 of 31 |
AnnotateWeb: what it does well
- Live sessions support link-invited participants
- Guests can join without signing up
- Exports annotations as PNG images
- No installation or account required
- Free plan at no cost
What to know first
- Annotations disappear after two minutes of inactivity
- Security policies or complex JavaScript can limit functionality
- No third-party integrations are listed
Hypothesis: what it does well
- Annotations support private highlights, notes, tags and threaded replies.
- Supports web pages, PDFs, EPUB files and YouTube videos.
- LTI 1.3 integrations include Canvas, Moodle and Sakai.
- Free plan includes core annotation and private groups.
What to know first
- Bronze package caps seats at 1,000.
- Silver package caps seats at 2,000.
- Gold package caps seats at 3,000.
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