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At a Glance
EndNote
EndNote
Star Rating
(183)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (63.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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RefWorks
RefWorks
Star Rating
(29)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (55.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about RefWorks
AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that EndNote excels in its integration with Microsoft Word, allowing for seamless citation and bibliography management, which is a significant advantage for those who frequently write academic papers.
  • Reviewers mention that RefWorks offers a more user-friendly interface, making it easier for new users to navigate and manage their references, which is particularly beneficial for students and those new to reference management software.
  • G2 users highlight that EndNote's advanced search capabilities and customizable reference types provide a more tailored experience for researchers with specific needs, while RefWorks is noted for its simplicity in managing basic references.
  • Users on G2 report that the quality of support for RefWorks is rated higher, with many reviewers appreciating the responsive customer service and helpful resources available, compared to EndNote's support which some users find lacking.
  • Reviewers say that EndNote's product direction is perceived as less favorable, with a score of 6.6, indicating some concerns about future updates and features, while RefWorks has a lower score of 5.0, suggesting users are less optimistic about its development.
  • Users mention that while EndNote has a steeper learning curve, its robust features like the ability to create custom groups and manage large libraries make it a powerful tool for experienced researchers, contrasting with RefWorks' more straightforward but limited functionality.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
EndNote
No pricing available
RefWorks
No pricing available
Free Trial
EndNote
No trial information available
RefWorks
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
168
7.9
26
Ease of Use
7.4
169
8.1
27
Ease of Setup
7.8
10
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
7.7
8
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.7
111
8.2
15
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
8
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
6.7
165
5.0
28
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
EndNote
EndNote
RefWorks
RefWorks
EndNote and RefWorks are categorized as Reference Management
Unique Categories
EndNote
EndNote has no unique categories
RefWorks
RefWorks has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
EndNote
EndNote
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
16.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
19.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
63.5%
RefWorks
RefWorks
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
20.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
24.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
55.2%
Reviewers' Industry
EndNote
EndNote
Higher Education
45.5%
Research
23.6%
Hospital & Health Care
7.3%
Medical Practice
3.4%
Biotechnology
2.8%
Other
17.4%
RefWorks
RefWorks
Higher Education
41.4%
Research
17.2%
Education Management
10.3%
Publishing
3.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.4%
Other
24.1%
Alternatives
EndNote
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RefWorks
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Discussions
EndNote
EndNote Discussions
What format does EndNote use?
2 Comments
Nabeel S.
NS
Endnote typically uses .enl (EndNote Library), which stores references, citations, PDFs, and other associated information within a single file. Read more
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RefWorks
RefWorks Discussions
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