Readwise helps you read.
KnowMan helps you know.
Readwise focuses on reading. KnowMan focuses on knowledge. Semantic search finds articles by meaning, AI auto-tags everything you save, tag rules organize your library automatically, and AI chat lets you ask questions across your entire reading history.
Try KnowMan Free — Import from ReadwiseReadwise Reader vs KnowMan
| Feature | Readwise ($10/mo) | KnowMan |
|---|---|---|
| Semantic search | — | Search by meaning, not just keywords |
| AI auto-tagging | — | Every article tagged automatically |
| Tag rules engine | — | Automate your entire organization |
| AI chat with articles | — | Ask questions across your library |
| Full-text search | Included | Free |
| Highlights | Unlimited | Unlimited (free) |
| RSS feeds | Included | Premium ($6/mo) |
| Obsidian sync | Included | Free export / Premium sync |
| Send to Kindle | Included | Premium ($6/mo) |
| Price | $10/mo | Free tier / $6/mo Premium |
Readwise is great for reading. KnowMan is built for knowing.
Why Readwise users choose KnowMan
Your knowledge, not just your highlights
Readwise resurfaces your highlights. KnowMan goes further — you can ask questions about everything you've read and get answers grounded in your own library. Chat with your articles directly.
Auto-tagging that learns your system
Readwise Reader relies on manual tagging. KnowMan reads every article and applies AI tags automatically. The tag rules engine lets you define rules once and have them applied forever.
More for free
Readwise Reader starts at $7.99/mo. KnowMan's core — unlimited saves, semantic search, AI auto-tagging, highlights, and AI chat — is free.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Readwise and Readwise Reader? +
Readwise (the original app) resurfaces your highlights from books and articles. Readwise Reader is their newer read-it-later product. KnowMan most directly competes with Readwise Reader — it's a full-featured read-it-later app with AI that Readwise Reader doesn't have.
Can I import my Readwise highlights into KnowMan? +
Readwise export gives you a CSV of your highlights. KnowMan import from Readwise is on the roadmap. In the meantime, you can export your Readwise highlights and upload them manually.
Is KnowMan cheaper than Readwise? +
Yes. Readwise Reader starts at $7.99/month. KnowMan's core features — unlimited saves, semantic search, AI auto-tagging, highlights, and AI chat — are completely free. Premium is $6/month.
Does KnowMan support RSS feeds like Readwise Reader? +
Yes. RSS feed ingestion is available on KnowMan Premium ($6/month).
Does KnowMan resurface old articles like Readwise does? +
Not as a push notification today — but you can find old articles instantly via semantic search and AI chat. Ask 'what did I read about X last month?' and your library surfaces it.
From reading to knowing.
Export your Readwise library and import it into KnowMan. Your articles, highlights, and notes come with you. Then discover what your library can really do.
Try KnowManNo credit card required. Import takes less than 2 minutes.