Better than EndNote

The Best EndNote Alternative for Systematic Reviews

Whether you're a PhD student or a med-comms agency, EndNote slows you down with manual random screening.
Lumina ranks papers by relevance, cutting screening time by 80%.

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AI Priority Ranking

EndNote shows papers randomly.
Lumina brings relevant papers to the top, so you find 95% of inclusions by screening just 20% of the pile.

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Concept Search

EndNote relies on exact keywords.
Lumina understands concepts (e.g., "heart attack" matches "myocardial infarction") using vector embeddings.

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Instant Explanations

EndNote gives you just an abstract.
Lumina's Pixel-Bot explains why a paper meets your criteria and highlights key findings instantly.

Compare Features

Feature
EndNote
Lumina
Screening Order
Random / Oldest First
AI Prioritized
Search Technology
Keywords (Boolean)
🧠 Semantic + Keywords
AI Explanations
Active Learning
Database Integration
Manual Export/Import
Live Search (PubMed, etc.)
Literature Alerts
PRISMA Flow Generator
Manual Tracking
Automated & Free
Stopping Strategies
AI Confidence & Yield
Blinding & Conflicts
Basic / Premium Only
Advanced Dual Review
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Common Questions

Is Lumina better than EndNote?

For most researchers, yes. Lumina uses modern LLMs and active learning to sort papers, whereas EndNote typically relies on basic keyword matching or random ordering.

Can I import my EndNote project?

Yes! Just export your references as an RIS file from EndNote and upload them to Lumina.