Head to head · July 2026 cycle
NoteGPT vs Phrasly
Phrasly finished 17.4 points ahead of NoteGPT in the July 2026 cycle, 61.47 to 44.04, ranking #9 against #13 in a field of 13. Phrasly scored higher on 5 of 5 detectors and 7 of 7 writing categories. NoteGPT came out ahead on penalties (None vs −8.0), consistency across categories (100.0 vs 76.3) and meaning preservation (69.1 vs 60.9).
- Detectors
- 0 – 5
- Categories
- 0 – 7
- Components
- 4 – 1
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. Phrasly took 5 of 5.
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. Phrasly has finished ahead in 2 of 2 shared cycles.
| Cycle | NoteGPT | Phrasly | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | 44.04 #13 | 61.47 #9 | → 17.4 |
| June 2026 | 45.34 #13 | 71.10 #8 | → 25.8 |
Where each one wins
Every measure above that one tool won outright, largest margin first within each group.
NoteGPT
4 wins- Penalties Score None vs −8.0
- Consistency Score 100.0 vs 76.3
- Meaning preservation Score 69.1 vs 60.9
- Readability Score 74.5 vs 72.1
Phrasly
13 wins- Bypass rate Score 73.4 vs 0.0
- Copyleaks Detector 80.0 vs 0.0
- GPTZero Detector 76.8 vs 0.0
- Winston AI Detector 63.1 vs 0.2
- Originality.ai Detector 61.8 vs 0.1
- ZeroGPT Detector 67.8 vs 64.6
- Discussion Board Category 80.8 vs 35.0
- Application Essay Category 66.0 vs 36.4
- Blog Post Category 67.8 vs 39.8
- Marketing Copy Category 55.1 vs 39.7
- and 3 more
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 →Listicle Blog · Blog Post · written by Claude Sonnet 5 · 397 words
# 10 Tips for Running Your First 10K Race
So you've signed up for your first 10K—congrats! Whether you're feeling excited, nervous, or a mix of both, here's everything I wish someone had told me before my first race.
**1. Don't buy new shoes race week** I know those shiny new sneakers are tempting, but please don't debut them on race day. Break them in during training runs so you know exactly how they feel over 6.2 miles.
**2. Practice your race-day breakfast** Figure out what sits well in your stomach *before* race morning. Nobody wants to discover mid-run that oatmeal doesn't agree with them. Test a few options during training and stick with what works.
**3. Start slower than you think you should** Race adrenaline is real, and it'll trick you into sprinting off the start line. Hold back for the first mile or two—you'll thank yourself later when you're not gasping for air at mile 4.
**4. Learn the course** Check out the route beforehand if you can. Knowing where the hills are (and where the flat, easy stretches are) helps you mentally prepare and pace yourself smarter.
**5. Don't skip the training runs** Consistency beats intensity. Three or four moderate runs a week will get you further than one brutal, sporadic workout.
**6. Hydrate the days before, not just the morning of** Chugging water an hour before the race isn't the same as staying hydrated all week. Start early.
**7. Have a mantra ready** When things get tough (and they might around mile 5), having a simple phrase to repeat—"strong and steady" or even just "almost there"—can pull you through the mental slump.
**8. Dress for 20 degrees warmer than it feels** You'll warm up fast once you start moving. If you dress for comfort standing at the start line, you'll be sweating buckets by mile 2.
**9. Don't compare yourself to other runners** Someone will pass you looking effortless. Someone else will be walking. It doesn't matter—this is your race, your pace, your goal. Run your own race.
**10. Celebrate finishing, not just your time** Your first 10K is about crossing the finish line, period. Don't let a number on a clock overshadow the fact that you trained for weeks and accomplished something real. That medal? You earned it.
Now go crush it—and maybe treat yourself to pancakes after. You've earned those too.
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411 words (input 397)
So you’ve signed up for your first 10K—nice work. Seriously, that’s huge. Whether you’re psyched, nervous, or just wondering what you’ve gotten yourself into, here’s the stuff I wish someone had told me before my first race.
1. Skip the brand-new shoes Look, I get it. New running shoes are hard to resist, but don’t break them out on race day. Run in them a few times during training so you know they won’t start a blister halfway through. It’s not worth the gamble.
2. Test your race-day breakfast Whatever you eat before your runs, nail it down during training. The worst time to play food roulette is before a 10K. Try things out, see what feels right, and stick to your winner on race day.
3. Resist the urge to bolt at the start Race energy is wild—everyone takes off fast. Force yourself to take it easy for the first stretch. You’ll have way more left in the tank when you hit the halfway point.
4. Study the course If you can, check out the race map. Find out where the hills are hiding or if there’s a rough patch near the end. Just knowing what’s coming can save you from nasty surprises.
5. Keep your training steady You don’t need to punish yourself with all-out sprints or crazy mileage. Show up for those regular runs, keep things consistent, and you’ll build the strength you need.
6. Hydration is a week-long game Don’t just guzzle water the morning of. Start a few days out. Keeping hydrated makes a bigger difference than you’d think.
7. Have a go-to mantra Everyone hits a wall somewhere. Pick a phrase that feels good—doesn’t have to be fancy. When things get tough, repeat it. You’d be surprised how much it helps.
8. Dress like it’s warmer than it is You’ll heat up quick. If you’re cozy at the start, you’ll probably regret it by the second mile. Lighter layers are your friend.
9. Focus on your own run You’ll see people fly past you. Others will slow way down. Doesn't matter. This is your race, not theirs. Stick to what you trained for.
10. Celebrate the finish line Finishing is the big win here. Don’t get hung up on your time. Running 6.2 miles is no joke, and you made it. Enjoy that medal (or that high-five), and don't forget to treat yourself. Pancakes afterward? You earned those too.
Go have a blast—you’ve got this.
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- GPTZero0.00caught
- Winston AI0.00caught
- ZeroGPT0.71passed
- Copyleaks0.00caught
- Originality.ai0.00caught
Passed 1 of 5 detectors.
Every NoteGPT run in July 2026 →548 words (input 397)
10 Tips For Running Your First 10K Race Today is race day! Today you get to run your first 10K! You may be pumped. You may be scared. You may feel a little nauseous. Whatever you’re feeling, here’s everything I wish I knew before running my first race. 1. Don’t buy new shoes race week Please, for the love of all things runners, do not run your first race in brand new sneakers. Buy them months ahead of time and wear them on every run so you know they’re broken in come race day. 2. Know your pre-race breakfast Don’t experiment with what you eat before running 6.2 miles. Eat something during your training runs and know that it works well with your stomach. Save yourself the stress (and the torture stop) and figure out what you’re eating on race morning before race morning. 3. Start out slower than you feel You think you can take that corner sprinting? Nope. Your body thinks you’re jogging during your warm-up but when you start your watch and head out, it’s going to want to RUN. Keep that adrenaline at bay for the first mile or so and you’ll have plenty of energy for the end of the race. 4. Familiarize yourself with the course Scope out the course online or better yet, drive or run it beforehand if you’re able. Some races are hillier than others. Knowing where you can pick up your pace can help you avoid blowing up too early. 5. Take every run seriously Sure, running a half marathon is impressive. But you can’t just run 13 miles one day and expect to be ready for race day. Get those miles in during training and take every run seriously. Three or four good runs will beat one random, awful run every time. 6. Hydrate starting Monday (or Sunday) Downing a bunch of water right before race day isn’t going to do you any good. Start hydrating early so you know you can handle the distance. 7. Prepare yourself with a mantra Something as simple as “strong and steady” can help you dig deep and keep running when your feet are telling you to stop. Around mile 5 I like to look at my watch and repeat “just around the corner, just around the corner.” It sounds dumb, but it works. 8. Wear clothes meant for 20 degrees warmer weather Trust me, you’re going to heat up quick. If you wear something that feels comfortable while you’re sitting before the race starts, you’ll be miserable halfway through. 9. Don’t worry about what other runners look like Yeah, that girl looks like she rolls out of bed and runs a 9 minute mile. That guy feels like he’s dying and everyone who passes him is laughing. Don’t worry about them. Focus on your form and your breathing. Run your own race. 10. Remember that finishing is awesome too It’s great to PR. It’s amazing to run under 60 minutes. But your first race isn’t about time, it’s about finishing! Don’t beat yourself up if you don’t hit your goal time. You trained your butt off for months and you finished a freaking 10K. Be proud of that! Good luck today! And afterwards, celebrate with pancakes. You’ve earned those too.
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- GPTZero1.00passed
- Winston AI0.99passed
- ZeroGPT0.93passed
- Copyleaks1.00passed
- Originality.ai1.00passed
Passed 5 of 5 detectors.
Every Phrasly 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 NoteGPT better than Phrasly?
Phrasly finished 17.4 points ahead of NoteGPT in the July 2026 cycle, 61.47 to 44.04, ranking #9 against #13 in a field of 13. Phrasly scored higher on 5 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, NoteGPT or Phrasly?
Phrasly posted the higher bypass rate, 73.4 vs 0.0, and scored higher on 5 of 5 detectors. Phrasly led on GPTZero, Originality.ai, Copyleaks, Winston AI and ZeroGPT.
Do NoteGPT and Phrasly keep the original meaning?
NoteGPT preserved meaning better, 69.1 vs 60.9 on our 0–100 similarity scale, though the confidence intervals overlap. On readability, NoteGPT rated higher, 74.5 vs 72.1. Penalties this cycle: NoteGPT None, Phrasly −8.0.