A citation management system is a tool designed to make your work easier!
There are many great features to a citation management system:
| EndNote | Mendeley | Zotero | |
| Vendor | Clarivate | Elsevier | Open Source |
| Strengths |
Unlimited Storage Space Can edit and create customs citation styles within the desktop program |
Sharing capabilities include private groups Crowd sourced database with Reader Metrics |
Connector tool allows for easy reference information capture Captures website snapshots |
| Word Processor Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Share Resources With Others | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Social Network | No | No | Yes |
| Operating System Support | Mac, Windows, iOs app | Mac, Windows, iOs app, Android app, Linux | Mac, Windows, Zotero for Mobile, Linux |
| Cost |
Subscription provided through Web of Science (CPA/KM subscription) |
Free (extra cost for upgraded storage) |
Free (extra cost for upgraded storage) |
| Storage | Unlimited | 2 GB | 300 MB |