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Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)
Upload your own documents and ask questions that are answered from them, with references back to the source.
Free plan
Price
Free with a Google account. Higher limits come with Google AI Plus, Pro and Ultra plans or qualifying Workspace plans.
Free plan
100 notebooks, 50 sources per notebook and 50 chats a day on the free tier, according to Google's help page (limits may change).
Best for
Building an internal help desk from your handbook, price lists, manuals and procedures.
Watch out for
Answers are only as good as the documents you upload. NotebookLM was renamed Gemini Notebook in July 2026.
UK notes
Available with a standard Google account.
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Price checked on 2026-10-14 against the sources below. Prices change; always confirm on the provider's page. How we check prices.
Useful for
Alternatives to Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)
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Questions
Does Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM) have a free plan?
Yes. 100 notebooks, 50 sources per notebook and 50 chats a day on the free tier, according to Google's help page (limits may change).
How much does Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM) cost?
Free with a Google account. Higher limits come with Google AI Plus, Pro and Ultra plans or qualifying Workspace plans.
What are the alternatives to Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)?
Alternatives include Notion, Claude, ChatGPT.
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