Roam Research

Overview

Roam Research is a note-taking tool for networked thought. It pioneered the bi-directional linking concept in modern note-taking apps, allowing users to create a non-linear knowledge graph where every thought is connected.

Pricing & Free Tier

Free Tier: No.
Pro Plan: $15/month (or $165/year). Includes unlimited private graphs and encrypted backups.
Believer Plan: $500 for 5 years (legacy offer, occasionally available).

How to Use

1. Create an account at roamresearch.com.
2. Create a "Daily Notes" page to capture quick thoughts.
3. Use [[Double Brackets]] to link to a new or existing page.
4. Click on a linked page to see the "Linked References" (backlinks) at the bottom, showing all contexts where that page was mentioned.

Important Notes

• Learning Curve: Roam is deceptively simple but requires a workflow shift. The lack of folders and hierarchy confuses beginners.
• Performance: Very large graphs (100,000+ blocks) can become sluggish in the browser compared to desktop apps like Obsidian.