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 50 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 Microsoft OneNote.
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CherryTree alternatives are mainly Note-taking Tools, but if you're looking for Todo List Managers or Task Management Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android + Open Source. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to CherryTree.- Note-taking Tool
- Free • Open Source
- 110 Obsidian alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
Canada
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Snapcraft
- Microsoft Edge
- Google Chrome
- Flathub
- Safari
- Mozilla Firefox
Top Obsidian Features
Comments about Obsidian as an Alternative to CherryTree
Most Recent CommentTBayAreaPatI 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.
andgregorikCherryTree 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.
- 78 Joplin alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
France
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Self-Hosted
- AppImageHub
- Snapcraft
- Google Chrome
- Flathub
- PortableApps.com
- F-Droid
- Cloudron
- Homebrew
- Chocolatey
- Termux
- Mozilla Firefox
Comments about Joplin as an Alternative to CherryTree
Most Recent CommentTBayAreaPatWasn'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.
a aIt supports hierarchical note
distantkayIt is not hierarchical note
- 296 Zim alternatives
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"...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Netherlands
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- Flathub
- Flatpak
Comments about Zim as an Alternative to CherryTree
Top Positive CommentLordMaxVery similar, simplest and use txt files
Most Recent CommentSam LanderSimilar.
I prefer Zim because it is clean, can portable, and saves to .txt.
Lenny SuI use Zim & CherryTree both.
- 112 Notion alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
Comments about Notion as an Alternative to CherryTree
TBayAreaPatDoesn't work without internet connection
distantkayIt is not hierarchical note
- 102 Microsoft OneNote alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Chrome OS
- Windows Phone
- iPad
- Apple Watch
- Android Wear
- Kindle Fire
Top Microsoft OneNote Features
Comments about Microsoft OneNote as an Alternative to CherryTree
Top Positive CommentAzazelSync between devices, snappier interface...
Top Negative CommentCherrytree is OS independent, runs faster and has better view for tree as OneNote.
Most Recent CommentRemovedUserOneNote 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.
- 69 AppFlowy alternatives
AppFlowy is an open source alternative to Notion. You are in charge of your data and customizations.
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Self-Hosted
- Snapcraft
- Rust
- Flathub
- 50 sNotes – Students Notes alternatives
Students Notes is a note-taking app designed for online learners to overcome information overload, organization, and memorization challenges.
- 79 Simplenote alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
Comments about Simplenote as an Alternative to CherryTree
Top Positive CommentIt 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.
Top Negative CommentDoes not have hierarchical note ability
Most Recent CommentRemovedUserI can't add images to the notes
Very similar format. Obsidian will be better for most people as it has many plugins.
CherryTree is faster and open-source.