AbelNotes Alternatives

Apps similar to AbelNotes include Obsidian, which has a free version. Other options are Joplin, Logseq, Anytype and Notion. Note-taking Tools like AbelNotes are a crowded field, with more than 50 alternatives for Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iPhone.

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  1. Zim icon
     521 likes

    Zim brings the concept of a wiki to your desktop. Store information, link pages and edit with WYSISYG markup or directly typing some lightweight markup syntax and see it previewed as-you-type. Creating a new page is easy by either clicking on the "Create new note"...

    363 Zim alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  2. Xournal++ icon
     199 likes

    Handwritten note-taking and PDF annotation using pen input and pressure sensitivity, shape drawing, customizable toolbar layouts, image insertion, audio recording, multi-language options, LaTeX integration, and complete export in PDF or PNG formats across all platforms.

    76 Xournal++ alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
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  3. CherryTree icon
     335 likes

    Hierarchical note-taking software that is free, open-source, cross-platform. Features include rich text, syntax highlighting, multi-level lists, embedded files, customizable interface, code execution, PDF export, spell check, images & tables, and comprehensive project management support.

    155 CherryTree alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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  4. Trilium Notes icon
     129 likes

    The original trilium is transfered to this repo by its owner and the app continues to develop here as stated here: https://github.com/TriliumNext/Trilium

    436 Trilium Notes alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  5. HelixNotes icon
     30 likes

    HelixNotes is a local markdown note-taking app built with Rust, Tauri 2.0, and SvelteKit. Your notes are standard .md files on your filesystem - sync with whatever you want or nothing at all.

    163 HelixNotes alternatives

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  6. Workflowy icon
     323 likes

    Offers limitless nested lists for outlining, instant sync on web and mobile, real-time collaboration, file and photo uploads, kanban boards, tagging, offline editing, hoisting for branch focus, content sharing, text highlighting, and Dropbox auto-backup.

    421 Workflowy alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  7. PrivacyNotes icon
    Official Partner
     28 likes

    Workspace with end-to-end encryption, zero-knowledge security, rich notes, private journal, encrypted file storage, password management, cross-platform browser access, open-source cryptography, optional Pro features, and no recurring subscription fees.

    58 PrivacyNotes alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
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    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Docmost icon
     52 likes

    Open-source wiki and documentation solution offering real-time collaborative editing, robust permissions, group management, spaces for organizing content, inline commenting, full-page history, advanced full-text search, nested pages, attachments, and flexible storage.

    153 Docmost alternatives

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Docker
    • Cloudron
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  9. SiYuan icon
     85 likes

    SiYuan is a desktop Markdown Block-Reference and Bidirectional-Link note-taking application. Support fine-grained block-level reference and Markdown WYSIWYG.

    128 SiYuan alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • F-Droid
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  10. Markor icon
     97 likes

    Markor is a TextEditor for Android, versatile, flexible, and lightweight. Markor utilizes simple markup formats like Markdown and todo.txt for note-taking and list management. It is versatile at working with text; it can also be used for keeping bookmarks, copying to clipboard...

    191 Markor alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
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  11. Blinko icon
     33 likes

    Open-source note-taking tool offering AI-enhanced retrieval with RAG technology, secure self-hosted data storage, Markdown support, and transparent community collaboration on GitHub for efficient, private, and effortless note management.

    124 Blinko alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Online
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