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Cove vs NotchNook
NotchNook popularised the notch shelf. Cove matches the essentials for free and adds a pro toolbox for $5, a fifth of the price.
| Cove | NotchNook | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free · Pro $5 once | $25 |
| Pricing model | One-time, price locked | One-time |
| Platform | macOS 14 Sonoma or later, Apple Silicon | macOS 14+ |
Where Cove wins
- Free tier covers live activities, widgets, shelf, capture and editing
- Pro is $5 one-time instead of $25
- On-device AI tools: LaTeX Grab, Diagram Grab, Text Grab, dictation
- Rust-powered file and video pipelines
Where NotchNook is strong
- Polished file shelf
- Established user base
NotchNook details are taken from NotchNook's website as of October 2026. Prices and features may change.