How do you pick the best citation management software for you? We put together a comparison chart below to help you identify the different features available and figure out the best option for you.
| Mendeley | Zotero | |
|---|---|---|
| Looks like: | Video | Video |
| Cost: | Free; fee for additional cloud storage | Free; fee for additional cloud storage |
| How to get it: | Create account | Create account |
| How it works: | Desktop or web-based client | Desktop client |
| Mobile compatible: | ||
| Data is stored: | On your computer; Cloud (if you sync) | On your computer; Cloud (if you sync) |
| Can I collaborate with others: | Yes | Yes |
| Where to get help: | Mendeley Support | Zotero Support |
Credit: This comparison information was adapted from the University of Victoria Libraries.