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Paper vs Study Companion
Both stand on ai study 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
Paper combines source uploads, study tools, and cited AI chat in a free beta web app. Its internet requirement, lack of a native app, and stated compliance limits are important considerations for prospective users.
Visit Paper Free plan AndroidWeb
Study Companion combines document conversion, audio, quizzes, and cited document chat in one study service. Its free plan and expiring-free credits provide a clear starting point, but generated material still requires checking against original sources.
Visit Study CompanionThe facts
| Paper | Study Companion | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Paper | Not published |
| Website | paper.ac | studycompanion.io |
| On ai study tools | #43 of 96 | #39 of 96 |
Paper: what it does well
- Creates notes, flashcards, and quizzes from uploaded content.
- Chat cites pages or timestamps in selected sources.
- Supports spaced repetition.
- Free Beta plan includes unlimited credits during beta.
- Notes can be exported as Markdown.
What to know first
- No native mobile app.
- Requires an internet connection for AI processing.
- Does not yet have SOC 2 or ISO 27001 certifications.
- Not HIPAA-compliant and cannot sign BAAs.
Study Companion: what it does well
- Accepts eight listed document and image formats
- Creates guides, quizzes, maps, audio, and chat
- Quizzes cite source pages and allow free retakes
- Purchased credits do not expire
- Available on Android and web
What to know first
- AI-generated material may be incomplete or mistaken
- Uploaded content may be stored and used for service improvement
- Paid packs are required beyond the free plan
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