The Best CherryTree AlternativesTop Note-taking Tools & Todo List Managers like CherryTree

CherryTree is described as 'Free, open-source note-taking with rich text, cross-platform support, syntax highlighting, embedded files, and customizable interface' and is a very popular Note-taking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to CherryTree for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and Web-based apps. The best CherryTree alternative is Obsidian, which is free. Other great apps like CherryTree are Joplin, Zim, Notion and AppFlowy.

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  1. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1087 likes

    Privacy-oriented note-taking app for non-linear thinking, blending knowledge graph creation with wiki-style linking. Supports Markdown, end-to-end encryption, and plugins for customization. Offers distraction-free mode, tags, themes, syntax highlighting, and operates offline without tracking.

    168 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Comments about Obsidian as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Sam Lander
    Positive
    1

    Very similar format. Obsidian will be better for most people as it has many plugins.

    CherryTree is faster and open-source.

    TBayAreaPat
    Positive
    0

    I don't see a way to import webpages in Obisidian like I do with CherryTree if you save a webpage as CompleteHtml. I'm still new with it all, but I somehow find CherryTree easier to use and more organized.

    andgregorik
    Positive
    -1

    CherryTree feels like an ancient WIP beta of Obsidian. I used to be a CT guy for 2 yrs but as of late 2020 I'm an Obsidian convert. It does everything that CT can but with panache and speed. And of course it does a lot more.

    3 of 4 comments
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    • Most users think Obsidian is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Obsidian is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to CherryTree.

    • Obsidian is the most popular free alternative to CherryTree.

    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
    • Obsidian is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
  2. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     873 likes

    Open source app for managing notes and to-dos with Markdown support. Syncs seamlessly across devices using services like Dropbox and OneDrive. Offers end-to-end encrypted synchronicity, offline access, rich import/export options, and a Web Clipper for browsers.

    108 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Comments about Joplin as an Alternative to CherryTree
    TBayAreaPat
    Negative
    0

    Wasn't impressed w/Joplin first time, but now that I have CherryTree, I reinstalled Joplin to compare. I quickly notice that I can't import webpages like with CherryTree complete html import. Then when I paste an article clipping into Joplin, it doesn't show the imported clickable links like CherryTree and Obsidian do. Uninstalling again.

    distantkay
    Negative
    3

    It is not hierarchical note

    a a
    Positive
    1

    It supports hierarchical note

    CherryTree Icon
    Joplin icon

    • Most users think Joplin is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Joplin is the most popular Web-based & Self-Hosted alternative to CherryTree.

    • Joplin is the most popular Open Source alternative to CherryTree.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceCherryTree is Free and Open Source
    • Joplin is Lightweight and MinimalisticCherryTree is not according to our users
  4. Zim icon

    Zim

     511 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"...

    317 Zim alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Zim as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Top Positive Comment
    LordMax
    4

    Very similar, simplest and use txt files

    miramanee
    0

    I chose Cherytree as an alternative to ZIM. And since I'm now looking for an alternative to Cherrytree, ZIM cannot be the answer. Both have significant shortcomings, especially ZIM.

    Sam Lander
    Positive
    0

    Similar.

    I prefer Zim because it is clean, can portable, and saves to .txt.

    3 of 7 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Zim is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Zim is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Zim is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
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    Daino Notes

    Offers fast, distraction-free note-taking via a high-performance editor with real-time Markdown, local-first storage, image support, Kanban task boards, intuitive drag-and-drop, keyboard shortcuts, configurable themes, fast searc...

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  6. Notion icon

    Notion

     647 likes

    Enhance team collaboration and content organization with Notion. Experience real-time access, intuitive drag-and-drop functionalities, and visually simple interfaces designed for productivity in managing tasks, notes, and databases effectively. Ideal for teams of every size.

    160 Notion alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Comments about Notion as an Alternative to CherryTree
    TBayAreaPat
    0

    Doesn't work without internet connection

    distantkay
    Negative
    -3

    It is not hierarchical note

    CherryTree Icon
    Notion icon

    • Most users think Notion is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Notion is the most popular SaaS alternative to CherryTree.

    • Notion is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
  8. Microsoft OneNote icon

    Microsoft OneNote

     1138 likes

    Comprehensive digital notebook offering organizers, shared notes, multi-device syncing, and optical character recognition, plus cloud-based data management for efficient information handling and accessibility.

    140 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
    • Kindle Fire
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    Comments about Microsoft OneNote as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Top Positive Comment
    Azazel
    1

    Sync between devices, snappier interface...

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    4

    Cherrytree is OS independent, runs faster and has better view for tree as OneNote.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Negative
    1

    OneNote hasn't a good search mechanism. When you search for a term the just show the notes where we can find, not the places on the notes, it highlight but don't offers a way to do that easely. Differently from cherrytree.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
    CherryTree Icon
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    • Some users think Microsoft OneNote is a great CherryTree alternative, some don't.

    • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
  10. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     604 likes

    Made by the company behind WordPress, Simplenote enables users to take notes, lists, and ideas. These notes are stored on the cloud and are accessible across multiple devices.

    114 Simplenote alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Simplenote as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    It is not the equal of cherry notes. It is a great note ap for all three. I have been using cherry tree for several years and it is great. I will use the android version when it comes out. I use simple note with cherry notes and I will continue as it is a good lite weight application and easy to use and quick.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    15

    Does not have hierarchical note ability

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Negative
    1

    I can't add images to the notes

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    CherryTree Icon
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    • Some users think Simplenote is a great CherryTree alternative, some don't.

    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Simplenote is Lightweight and MinimalisticCherryTree is not according to our users
  11. Trilium Notes icon

    Trilium Notes

     111 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

    373 Trilium Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Comments about Trilium Notes as an Alternative to CherryTree
    miramanee
    Negative
    0

    This program has no sense of data protection. Without even asking a question, it simply installed itself in the secure area of user data. That's not acceptable. I want to be asked what is being installed and where. After all, you also ask where the toilet is and don't just relieve yourself across the apartment.

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    • Trilium Notes is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Trilium Notes is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
  13. Docmost icon

    Docmost

     44 likes

    Docmost is an open-source collaborative wiki and documentation software. It is an open-source alternative to Confluence and Notion.

    91 Docmost alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    Docmost screenshot 1
     

    • Docmost is the most popular commercial alternative to CherryTree.

    • Docmost is Paid and Open SourceCherryTree is Free and Open Source
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