Head to head · July 2026 cycle
Grammarly vs NoteGPT
Grammarly finished 9.3 points ahead of NoteGPT in the July 2026 cycle, 53.38 to 44.04, ranking #12 against #13 in a field of 13. Grammarly scored higher on 0 of 5 detectors and 7 of 7 writing categories. NoteGPT came out ahead on ZeroGPT (64.6 vs 16.5).
- Detectors
- 0 – 1 (4 ties)
- Categories
- 7 – 0
- Components
- 2 – 0 (3 ties)
33 prompts · Last tested · Methodology v1.2.0
Score components
What the overall score is made of: bypass rate weighs 42%, meaning preservation 32%, readability 16%, consistency across categories 10%. Output-quality penalties come off the total. How scoring works →
CIs overlap marks a gap that sits inside both tools' published 95% confidence intervals for that component; it may not survive another cycle.
Detector by detector
Share of each tool's outputs that a detector classified as human-written. NoteGPT took 1 of 5, with 4 tied.
Writing categories
Category score per writing context: bypass credit only for real rewrites, blended with the category's own meaning preservation and readability. Small categories swing; the prompt count is shown on each row. How category scores work →
Head-to-head history
Overall score in every cycle both tools were tested. Grammarly has finished ahead in 2 of 2 shared cycles.
| Cycle | Grammarly | NoteGPT | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | 53.38 #12 | 44.04 #13 | ← 9.3 |
| June 2026 | 56.50 #12 | 45.34 #13 | ← 11.2 |
Where each one wins
Every measure above that one tool won outright, largest margin first within each group.
Grammarly
9 wins- Meaning preservation Score 94.5 vs 69.1
- Readability Score 82.1 vs 74.5
- News Article Category 49.5 vs 35.7
- Discussion Board Category 48.3 vs 35.0
- Academic Essay Category 46.9 vs 33.9
- Application Essay Category 47.6 vs 36.4
- Blog Post Category 49.0 vs 39.8
- Marketing Copy Category 47.8 vs 39.7
- Business Email Category 49.9 vs 45.9
NoteGPT
1 win- ZeroGPT Detector 64.6 vs 16.5
Same prompt, both outputs
Both tools were given this AI-written passage in the July 2026 cycle. Below it is what each one returned. This prompt was picked by a fixed rule, not by how the tools scored.
AI-written input
Every tool on this prompt →Cover Letter · Application Essay · written by GPT-5.5 · 377 words
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am excited to apply for the Mid-Career Data Scientist position at your organization. With several years of experience translating complex data into actionable business insights, I have developed a strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, data engineering, and cross-functional collaboration. I am particularly drawn to opportunities where data science is used not only to improve performance metrics, but also to shape strategy, enhance customer experiences, and support better decision-making across teams.
In my current role, I lead end-to-end data science projects from problem definition through deployment and performance monitoring. I have built predictive models for customer segmentation, churn reduction, demand forecasting, and operational optimization, using tools such as Python, SQL, scikit-learn, pandas, and cloud-based analytics platforms. One recent project involved developing a machine learning model that identified high-risk customer segments and enabled targeted retention efforts, contributing to a measurable improvement in renewal rates. I have also partnered closely with product, marketing, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure that model outputs are interpretable, trustworthy, and aligned with business objectives.
Beyond technical execution, I bring a strong ability to communicate insights to both technical and non-technical audiences. I believe effective data science depends on asking the right questions, understanding stakeholder needs, and presenting findings in a way that supports confident action. Whether building dashboards, explaining model trade-offs, or recommending next steps based on experimentation results, I focus on making data useful and accessible.
My background includes experience with supervised and unsupervised learning, A/B testing, feature engineering, data visualization, model evaluation, and data pipeline development. I am comfortable working with large, messy datasets and enjoy the process of uncovering patterns that can lead to meaningful improvements. I also value responsible data practices, including model transparency, fairness, privacy, and reproducibility.
What excites me most about this opportunity is the chance to contribute as an experienced practitioner while continuing to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking team. I am confident that my combination of technical skill, business judgment, and communication ability would allow me to make a strong contribution to your data science initiatives.
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience and approach align with your team’s goals. I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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367 words (input 377)
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am excited to apply for the Mid-Career Data Scientist position at your organization. I have several years of experience turning complex data into practical business insights. This has helped me build a solid foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, data engineering, and collaboration. I am particularly interested in roles where data science not only improves performance metrics but also shapes strategy, enhances customer experiences, and supports better decision-making across teams.
In my current role, I lead data science projects from defining problems to deployment and performance monitoring. I have created predictive models for customer segmentation, reducing churn, forecasting demand, and optimizing operations. I use tools like Python, SQL, scikit-learn, pandas, and cloud-based analytics platforms. One recent project involved developing a machine learning model that identified high-risk customer segments. This allowed for targeted retention efforts and contributed to a noticeable increase in renewal rates. I have also worked closely with product, marketing, engineering, and leadership teams to make sure our model outputs are clear, trustworthy, and meet business needs.
Beyond the technical side, I have a strong ability to share insights with both technical and non-technical audiences. I believe effective data science starts with asking the right questions, understanding what stakeholders need, and presenting findings in a way that encourages confident action. Whether I'm building dashboards, explaining model trade-offs, or recommending next steps based on test results, I aim to make data useful and easy to understand.
My background includes experience with supervised and unsupervised learning, A/B testing, feature engineering, data visualization, model evaluation, and developing data pipelines. I am comfortable working with large, messy datasets and enjoy uncovering patterns that can lead to meaningful improvements. I also emphasize responsible data practices, including model transparency, fairness, privacy, and reproducibility.
What excites me most about this opportunity is the chance to contribute as an experienced practitioner while continuing to grow within a collaborative and innovative team. I am confident that my mix of technical skills, business judgment, and communication ability will allow me to significantly contribute to your data science projects.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how my experience and approach align with your team’s goals.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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- GPTZero0.00caught
- Winston AI0.00caught
- ZeroGPT0.00caught
- Copyleaks0.00caught
- Originality.ai0.00caught
Passed 0 of 5 detectors.
Every Grammarly run in July 2026 →409 words (input 377)
Hi there,
I’m excited to apply for the Mid-Career Data Scientist role on your team. Over the years, I’ve gotten pretty good at turning messy data into insights that drive real business results. My background covers statistical modeling, machine learning, data engineering, and working closely with different teams to get things done. I especially like using data science not just to hit performance metrics but to help shape bigger strategy decisions, make customer experiences smoother, and support smarter choices across the board.
Right now, I’m leading data science projects from start to finish — defining the problem, building solutions, rolling them out, and keeping an eye on how they perform. I’ve built predictive models for all sorts of business needs: segmenting customers, reducing churn, forecasting demand, and making operations more efficient. Python, SQL, scikit-learn, pandas, and cloud tools are my everyday companions. For instance, I recently developed a machine learning model that flagged high-risk customers, which let us target retention efforts and actually boosted renewal rates. I work side-by-side with product, marketing, engineering, and leadership to make sure our models are clear, trustworthy, and—most importantly—lined up with what really matters to the business.
Honestly, I think one of my key strengths is making sure my work doesn’t live in a vacuum. I’m used to breaking down my findings for both technical folks and non-technical teams, focusing on what matters so we can move forward with confidence. Whether I’m building dashboards, explaining why a model makes the choices it does, or giving recommendations based on test results, I always zero in on making data practical and accessible.
I’ve worked with supervised and unsupervised learning, A/B testing, feature engineering, data visualization, model evaluation, and building data pipelines. Large, messy datasets don’t scare me — I actually enjoy the process of digging in and surfacing patterns that can make a real impact. I also care a lot about responsible data practices. Things like model transparency, fairness, privacy, and making sure work can be reproduced matter to me.
What really draws me to this role is the chance to make an impact with a group that values both solid data science and big-picture thinking. I’m confident that my mix of technical skills, business awareness, and ability to communicate ideas clearly would be an asset to your team.
Thanks for considering me. I’d love to chat about how I can contribute to your projects and help push your team’s goals forward.
Best, [Your Name]
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- GPTZero0.00caught
- Winston AI0.00caught
- ZeroGPT0.52passed
- Copyleaks0.00caught
- Originality.ai0.00caught
Passed 1 of 5 detectors.
Every NoteGPT run in July 2026 →Each chip is one detector's score for that output, from 0 (AI) to 1 (human). A score of 0.50 or higher counts as a pass and shows green; below that the detector caught it and the chip shows red.
Questions people ask
Is Grammarly better than NoteGPT?
Grammarly finished 9.3 points ahead of NoteGPT in the July 2026 cycle, 53.38 to 44.04, ranking #12 against #13 in a field of 13. Grammarly scored higher on 0 of 5 detectors and 7 of 7 writing categories. Both tools ran the same 33 prompts, scored by the same 5 detectors, under methodology v1.2.0; every input, output and verdict is published.
Which bypasses AI detectors better, Grammarly or NoteGPT?
Both posted a bypass rate of 0.0. NoteGPT led on ZeroGPT.
Do Grammarly and NoteGPT keep the original meaning?
Grammarly preserved meaning better, 94.5 vs 69.1 on our 0–100 similarity scale. On readability, Grammarly rated higher, 82.1 vs 74.5. Neither tool drew an output-quality penalty this cycle.