Quick Answer

    Luma is a simpler, AI-powered alternative to Evernote that costs $2.99/month vs $10.83/month. Best for: Students, professionals, and anyone wanting a modern AI note-taking app without the high cost. You'll save roughly $105/year while gaining AI features, templates, and a cleaner interface. Stick with Evernote if you heavily rely on web clipping or need offline access.

    Looking for an Evernote Alternative? Meet Luma

    Get AI-powered note-taking with templates and voice-to-notes capture for just $2.99/month instead of Evernote's $10.83/month. That's 90% savings - $108 back in your pocket every year.

    The Pricing Reality

    Luma

    $2.99
    per month
    $24.99/year total
    • Unlimited notes
    • AI assistant included
    • Voice notes
    • Templates library

    Evernote

    $10.83
    per month
    $130/year total
    • Unlimited notes
    • No AI assistant
    • Voice notes
    • Web clipper

    Save roughly $105 per year by switching to Luma

    Feature-by-Feature Comparison

    See how Luma compares to Evernote across key features

    Feature
    Luma$1/month
    Evernote$10.83/mo
    Monthly Price$2.99$10.83
    AI Assistant
    Voice Notes
    Templates
    Timeline View
    Tags & Folders
    Cross-Platform
    Web Clipper
    Offline AccessComing Soon
    Document Scanning

    Choose Luma if:

    • You want AI features without the high cost
    • You need templates for common note types
    • You value simplicity and modern design
    • You want to save roughly $105/year
    • You primarily take text-based notes

    Choose Evernote if:

    • You heavily rely on web clipping
    • You need robust offline access
    • You scan lots of physical documents
    • You need advanced search capabilities

    How to Switch from Evernote to Luma

    Moving your notes is simple - follow these 4 steps. Not sure Luma is the right fit? Browse our roundup of the best AI note-taking apps first.

    1

    Export your Evernote notes

    In Evernote, go to File > Export > Export as ENEX file

    2

    Sign up for Luma

    Create your free Luma account - no credit card required

    3

    Import your notes

    Use Luma's import feature to bring in your ENEX files

    4

    Start using Luma

    Your notes are now in Luma with AI features at 90% savings

    Why People Consider Switching

    Common reasons people compare Evernote and Luma, based on publicly documented Evernote features as of August 2026

    "Evernote's subscription costs more per month than Luma's Premium plan, and Evernote doesn't include built-in AI features."

    Why people switch
    Common feedback pattern

    "Luma's AI summaries and flashcard generation aren't available in Evernote without third-party tools."

    Why people switch
    Common feedback pattern

    "People moving away from Evernote often cite a simpler interface and lower monthly cost as the main draw."

    Why people switch
    Common feedback pattern

    Common Questions About Switching

    Will I lose my notes when switching?

    No! When you export from Evernote and import to Luma, all your notes are preserved. We recommend keeping your Evernote account active for a month while you verify everything transferred correctly.

    What if I miss Evernote's web clipper?

    While Luma doesn't have a web clipper yet, you can copy/paste content or use browser extensions to save content. Many users find they rarely used the web clipper and prefer Luma's cleaner approach.

    Can I try Luma before canceling Evernote?

    Absolutely! Start with 50 free Luma notes (no credit card required) while keeping Evernote. Use both for a week to see which you prefer. Most users find Luma simpler and choose to switch.

    Is Luma really as good as Evernote?

    For core note-taking with AI assistance, yes! Luma focuses on doing note-taking really well with modern features. Evernote has more legacy features, but most users only use 20% of them. Luma gives you what you actually need.

    Ready to Save a Lower Price?

    Compared on publicly documented Evernote pricing and features as of August 2026, plus hands-on use of Luma