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NotesIQ
Our verdict: The cheapest Notes analytics extension we've found, and it keeps data in your browser with no account. Very new (v1.0.3, launched Sept 2026, no Chrome Web Store ratings yet) from a solo developer, and its price has already changed since launch, so treat it as an inexpensive experiment. Scheduling publishes through Substack's own composer in your logged-in session.
Best for
Writers who want a cheap, one-time-payment Notes dashboard with a best-time heatmap and a weekly queue
Pricing
$4.99 one-time for lifetime access (analytics, scheduler, competitor lookups); 7-day money-back guarantee.
Source: official site (notesiq.app pricing section and FAQ; matches its Chrome Web Store listing)
Website
Last checked
2026-10-23
Note: Independent; its site says it is not affiliated with Substack. Launch listings in Sept 2026 quoted $19 lifetime plus a $9/mo AI add-on; the current site and store listing say $4.99 lifetime.
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