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Knotpad

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Knotpad is a note-first project management software that uses AI agents to automatically convert checkboxes in plain-text notes into tracked tasks across multiple views like boards, calendars, and graphs. It integrates with AI assistants such as Claude and Cursor via a built-in MCP server, enabling automated task management and synchronization across devices and teams.

THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH

Automatically researched · Not editorially reviewed · Sources checked Oct 8, 2026

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A good fit for

  • Users who want AI-assisted project management integrated directly with plain-text note-taking.

Know the limitations

Not confirmed yet.

What you can do

  • Collaborating in teams with shared workspaces and AI agents managing task progress and synchronization.

Features

  • Every checkbox in a note becomes real, tracked work visible as a board, calendar, graph, or dashboard.
  • Built-in local MCP server that connects AI assistants to the workspace for automated task management.
  • Supports multiple views of the same work: board, list, calendar, graph, and dashboard.
  • Custom workflow statuses, priorities, and work-in-progress (WIP) limits to tailor project management.
  • AI agents read the entire note and linked references before starting work, planning tasks intelligently.

Integrations

Not confirmed yet.

Platforms & data export

  • Desktop application with local MCP server; integrates with Obsidian notes and supports any MCP client.
  • Supports AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code, and any custom MCP client.

THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM

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Published plan prices for your team size and usage. Results update as you type. Taxes, currency conversion and unlisted add-ons are excluded, and anything the source did not state is called out rather than guessed.

Cheapest fit for 1 person, all 1 tools

$9.00/month

$108.00 a year on these plans.

Plan costs based on your requirements
Tool / planMonthlyPer yearWhat this assumes
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Personal ProCheapest fit

Flat subscription

$9.00$108.00

Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider.

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Team Pro

Per person · 1 billed

$12.00$144.00

Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider.

A practical workflow

  1. Hand the note to an AI agent like Claude or Cursor connected via MCP; the agent claims and manages tasks.
  2. View the tasks and project progress in multiple synchronized views: board, list, calendar, graph, or dashboard.

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