Hyperclast vs Obsidian
What if Obsidian had real-time collaboration?
Hyperclast shares Obsidian's philosophy of speed and data ownership, but adds real-time team collaboration, a full API, and zero plugin dependency.
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Both Hyperclast and Obsidian believe in speed, plain text, and data ownership. We're not trying to replace Obsidian - we're building for teams that need real-time collaboration without sacrificing these principles.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Hyperclast | Obsidian |
|---|---|---|
| Real-Time Collaboration | ✓ CRDT-powered | ✗ Single-user only |
| Performance | ✓ Fast | ✓ Very fast (local) |
| API Access | ✓ Full REST API | ✗ None |
| Webhooks | ✓ Built-in | ✗ None |
| Team Management | ✓ Orgs, projects, permissions | ✗ None |
| Plugin Dependency | ✓ Core features built-in | Relies on plugins |
| Open Source | ✓ Elastic License | ✗ Closed source |
| Data Ownership | ✓ Full export, self-host | ✓ Local files |
| Setup Required | ✓ Sign up and start | Folder, sync, plugins |
| Graph View | Coming soon | ✓ Yes |
What Hyperclast Adds
Real-Time Team Collaboration
Obsidian is fundamentally single-user. Sync plugins exist, but true real-time co-editing doesn't. Hyperclast has CRDT-powered collaboration built-in - see teammates typing, with automatic conflict resolution.
Full API + Webhooks
Obsidian has no API. You can't integrate it with other tools or build automations. Hyperclast offers a complete REST API and webhooks - build custom workflows, sync with other systems, automate anything.
No Plugin Dependency
Obsidian relies heavily on plugins for functionality. Plugin quality varies, updates break things, and you're dependent on community maintenance. Hyperclast has core features built-in - a consistent, reliable experience.
Team Structure Built-In
Obsidian has no concept of teams, organizations, or permissions. Hyperclast was designed for teams from day one - organizations, projects, member management, and sharing controls.
When to Choose Each
Choose Obsidian if...
- You're a solo user with no team collaboration needs
- You want complete local-only storage
- You enjoy customizing with plugins
- You need advanced graph visualization
- Offline-first is critical for your workflow
Choose Hyperclast if...
- You need real-time collaboration with your team
- You want API access for integrations
- You prefer built-in features over plugin hunting
- You need team management and permissions
- You want to get started immediately without setup
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I import my Obsidian vault?
Yes! Obsidian uses standard Markdown files, which Hyperclast fully supports. Import your vault and keep your existing note structure. Links and formatting will transfer cleanly.
Is Hyperclast as fast as Obsidian?
Obsidian's speed comes from being local-first. Hyperclast is web-based but uses viewport-based rendering and CRDTs, so performance is excellent even for large workspaces. You won't feel the difference in daily use.
What about Obsidian Sync and Publish?
Hyperclast has sync built-in - it's real-time by default. For publishing, we're working on public page sharing. Our focus is on team collaboration, not just sync between your own devices.
Does Hyperclast support backlinks and internal linking?
Yes! Hyperclast has full support for internal links with backlink tracking. Create connections between pages just like in Obsidian. Graph visualization is on our roadmap.
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