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I think the difference is that with Mod you have to use their notebooks, whereas with these guys you can send them any notebook. That makes a huge difference for me personally.

Ok, yeah i just saw that. You can't exactly use any notebook, it looks like there are specific dimensions and brands.

Personally i like the idea of not worrying about that and id rather just pay up front for the mod notebook and then mail it off when i'm ready but i could see how some people would prefer the papersync way.

bdmOP

Yup, you got it.

I've purchased a Mod Notebook and am waiting for it to be delivered. They launched first, so I get to compare you to them naturally.

Mod Notebook Pros: -Notebook and scanning included ($25) -Only less $10 than Moleskine and includes digitization, syncing -Prepaid shipping envelope -Native Mod App to read notes -Syncs with Dropbox, OneNote, Evernote

Mod Notebook Cons: -Shipping delays in the current order, still waiting after a month from unexpected high demand on their part -$5 more expensive than you guys

Papersync Pros: -Cheaper ($20) -Can use any notebook

Papersync Cons: -Mailing cost not included -$5 less but no notebook -No dedicated app -No apparent syncing

On first impression I would splurge the extra $5 for Mod Notebooks every time. I would definitely consider you guys for old notebooks I have already used up - but I would expect the cost to be closer to $15 for future notebooks to save against Mod. Good luck!

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