october
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Description:
GUI for retrieving Kobo highlights and syncing them with Readwise
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.12.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: kobo readwise ebooks productivity reading
Install: brew install --cask october
About:
October is a GUI application designed to retrieve highlights from Kobo e-readers and seamlessly sync them with Readwise. It simplifies the workflow for readers who want to centralize their annotations across devices. The tool handles the extraction and formatting process automatically, saving users from manual copy-pasting.
Key Features:
  • Automatic detection of connected Kobo devices
  • One-click sync to Readwise
  • Clean, native user interface
  • Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Use Cases:
  • Backing up Kobo highlights to a cloud service
  • Consolidating reading notes for review and analysis
Alternatives:
  • Kobo Utilities (Calibre Plugin) – More complex setup; requires Calibre but offers broader device management features.
  • Manual Export – Free but time-consuming; requires navigating the Kobo drive structure manually.
Version History
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Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm 1.12.1 0 VERSION_BUMP d2750a3c