Airtable

https://airtable.com/

Functionality: An "all-in-on" app that is highly customisable. It includes a database function that is similar to a spreadsheet but allows customisation into event planners, content calendars etc. It's highly configurable database and viewing functions mean you can choose the best view based on your scenario, for example, you can create a database of your assignments and school work and view them in a calendar form, table based on priority or filter based on deadline. It also includes automation tools that integrate with other apps, for example when an event is scheduled it can create a google calendar event for you. Essential tool for anyone trying to organise their work and work in teams.

System Requirements: mac, windows, ios, android, browser

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking, collaboration, team organisation, to do list, data organiser and viewer

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: Has to allow AirTable to read your web apps depending on integration created (eg. email content)

Pricing Model: Free: essential features; 10usd per month: more records and increased attachment space with automatic syncing across devices

ClickUp

https://clickup.com/

Functionality: An app the centralises all of your organisational tasks including To-Do lists, project management, documents, spreadsheets, email, events, reminders, time tracking, and more. It provides an easy transition by importing any information you have stored in other productivity apps such as Trello, monday, asana, and Excel. Also, it integrates Gmail, Office 365, and Outlook. Particularly helpful if you are overwhelmed by all the applications you use or if you don't want to be tied down by one particular operating system.

System Requirements: App is available on Google Play and App Store. Also, you can download it for Mac, Windows, Linux, and Chrome.

Delivery Methods Supported: Organisation, productivity

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Free, Unlimited (£7.02 per month/ £3.9 per month [annual subscription])

Evernote

https://evernote.com/

Functionality: Digital tool for taking notes. It is accessible on webpages and mobile apps and provides online syncing. In addition to note taking, you can also scan documents, share notes, save webpages, and search through all material.

System Requirements: Minimums: macOS High Sierra (10.13), Windows 7, iOS 11.0 and later (Evernote version 8.4)/9.3 and later (Evernote versions 8.0 – 8.3), Android 6

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking; sharing notes

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Evernote offers three tiers of service for personal use: Basic (free), Plus ($34.99 per year), and Premium ($69.99 per year). Students are eligible for discounts.

GoConqr

https://www.goconqr.com/

Functionality: GoConqr also allows you to put together stunning online resources to suit your own learning style. Create media-rich study materials that display old information in vibrant new ways. You can choose from Flashcards, Flowcharts, Notes, Slides, Quizzes, and Mind Maps, or combine them all to make a complete Course. You can also search through all public resources created by other members.

System Requirements: Works on most web browsers.

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking, revision

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Basic (Free), Basic+($.84/month), Premium ($1.67/month), Premium ($2.50/month)

Lucidchart

https://www.lucidchart.com/pages/

Functionality: Visual workplace tool for remote teams. Clear diagramming, flowcharting, process mapping, whiteboarding and data visualisation. Useful for teams needing a visual platform to share ideas for brainstorming or creating visual workflows.

System Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iPad

Delivery Methods Supported: Projects, note taking

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Education: Free up to 10 documents; 7.95USD/ month: for unlimited documents with basic collaboration and integration support

Mendeley

https://www.mendeley.com/?interaction_required=true

Functionality: Mendeley is a reference manager that is accessible online and on your desktop. You can download their desktop app, so that you have access to all your sources on your desktop. Furthermore, they have a web browser plugin, so it is easy to add sources to your library as you are finding them online. Within the application, you are able to organize, annotate, and cite your documents. Similar to Zotero, but particularly useful for annotating documents.

System Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux and all browsers.

Delivery Methods Supported: Research, class readings

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects. Particularly useful for subjects with lots of readings.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Free; upgrade to Premium for additional storage and features

Mind Meister

https://www.mindmeister.com/

Functionality: MindMeister is an online team mind mapping tool that lets you capture, develop and share ideas visually. It can be used for brainstorming, note taking, project planning and tons of other creative tasks. MindMeister is completely web-based, which means there's no download and no updating! Whether you're working on Windows, Mac OS or Linux, you can always access your mind maps right inside the web-browser.

System Requirements: mac, windows, linux

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking, revision, projects

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: "Free: up to 3 mind maps, with real time collaboration; 5USD/month: unlimited mind maps, image export; 8.25USD/month: umlimited mind maps with ppt and word exports"

MindMup

https://www.mindmup.com/

Functionality: This provides high level functionality to create mind maps, argument maps, and concept maps. You can add attachments, create storyboards, and collaborate with others. It also integrates with Office365 and Google.

System Requirements: Works on most desktop web browsers.

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking, conceptualization of material

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Free; Personal ($2.99/month)

Notion

https://www.notion.so/personal

Functionality: "All-in-one" app that combines note-taking, team organisation, project planning and note sharing. Claims to be able to replace Trello, Google Docs, Evernote and Confluence with one app. It is highly customisable to fit your individual needs. A must have for people involved in group works or anyone who wants an app to organise schoolwork.

System Requirements: ios, android, mac, windows, browser

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking, collaboration, team organisation, to do list, data organiser and viewer

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Free for personal use; Pro version free for students as well

OneNote

https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/onenote/digital-note-taking-app?ms.url=onenotecom&rtc=1

Functionality: A comprehensive note taking app that includes organization tools, tags, freestyle drawing, and mix media incorporation. Synced through a microsoft account, the application is accessible on desktop and mobile and syncs online.

System Requirements: macOS, Android, Windows

Delivery Methods Supported: Note taking

Subject Applicability: Applicable to all subjects.

Security Concerns: None

Pricing Model: Free through university account