# Gemini Notebook vs Recraft

> Gemini Notebook: Google's Gemini Notebook, formerly NotebookLM, answers questions and builds summaries from your own sources
> Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export

- Gemini Notebook profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/notebooklm
- Recraft profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/recraft
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/notebooklm-vs-recraft
- Last reviewed: November 2026

## Verdict

Gemini Notebook is listed under AI Assistants and Recraft under Image & Visual AI. Gemini Notebook scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.7 vs 8.3 out of 10), led by value for money. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Recraft is available on Chrome Extension and offers an API.

### Choose Gemini Notebook if

- You want a tool built for summarizing and questioning your own documents.
- Answers cite the uploaded sources, so claims can be checked against the original text.
- Free Standard tier with 100 notebooks and 50 sources per notebook.

### Choose Recraft if

- You want a tool built for vector graphics and icons.
- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free.
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand.

## Pricing

| | Gemini Notebook | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Gemini Notebook | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Source-grounded chat | Yes | Not listed |
| Audio Overviews | Yes | Not listed |
| Video Overviews | Yes | Not listed |
| Study tools | Yes | Not listed |
| Reports, slide decks and infographics | Yes | Not listed |
| Multiple source types | Yes | Not listed |
| Cloud computer | Yes | Not listed |
| Gemini app sync | Yes | Not listed |
| Sharing and public notebooks | Yes | Not listed |
| Raster and vector generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Custom styles | Not listed | Yes |
| Color palettes | Not listed | Yes |
| Vector Editor and canvas | Not listed | Yes |
| Image tools | Not listed | Yes |
| Mockups | Not listed | Yes |
| Agentic chat and Design Agent | Not listed | Yes |
| External models | Not listed | Yes |
| Video generation | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Gemini Notebook | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | No | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Chrome Extension | No | Yes |

## Gemini Notebook strengths

- Answers cite the uploaded sources, so claims can be checked against the original text
- Free Standard tier with 100 notebooks and 50 sources per notebook
- Wide range of outputs, including Audio Overviews, Video Overviews, mind maps, flashcards, quizzes and slide decks
- Accepts PDFs, websites, YouTube videos, audio files, Google Docs and Google Slides
- Available on web, iOS and Android, and synced with the Gemini app

## Gemini Notebook limitations

- Works from the sources you add and is not built for live web news search
- Higher limits require a Google AI subscription; Ultra starts at $99.99 per month
- The cloud computer for code execution started with Ultra and Workspace AI Ultra Access customers, with Pro rollout still described as upcoming
- No public API for the consumer product, and the renamed brand can make older guides and app listings confusing

## Recraft strengths

- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand
- Single workspace for generation, vector editing, upscaling, background removal and mockups
- Gives access to external models such as Flux, GPT Image, Imagen and Nano Banana
- Paid plans include private images and full commercial rights
- Apps for iOS and Android, Figma and other plugins, and a public API and MCP server

## Recraft limitations

- Free plan images are public and not licensed for commercial use
- Monthly credits expire each cycle, and costs per image vary by model (for example 2 credits for V4.1 and 10 for V4.1 Pro)
- Video generation is not available on Free or Basic plans
- Plan prices depend on credit tier, so cost rises quickly for heavy use

## FAQ

**Is Gemini Notebook better than Recraft?**

It depends on your workflow. Gemini Notebook is built for summarizing and questioning your own documents. Recraft is built for vector graphics and icons.

**What are the key feature differences between Gemini Notebook and Recraft?**

Gemini Notebook: Google's Gemini Notebook, formerly NotebookLM, answers questions and builds summaries from your own sources. Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export.

**Does Gemini Notebook or Recraft have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Gemini Notebook is freemium and Recraft is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Gemini Notebook or Recraft?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.