Docspell Alternatives

Docspell is described as 'Personal document organizer. You'll need a scanner to convert your papers into files. Docspell can then assist in organizing the resulting mess 😉' and is a document manager in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Docspell for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best Docspell alternative is Zim, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Docspell are CherryTree, TagSpaces, Trilium Notes and Cryptee.

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Docspell is a personal document organizer. You'll need a scanner to convert your papers into files. Docspell can then assist in organizing the resulting mess 😉.

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Docspell alternatives page was last updated Nov 16, 2023
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  1. Zim icon
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    Zim

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    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"...

    290 Zim alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Graphviz graph using Diagram plugin
    Formatting options available
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    Hiding all toolbars and statusbar for maximum screen space

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Plain text file
    3.  Wiki-like interface
    4.  Hierarchical Structure
    5.  Cross-Platform
    6.  Note organization
    7.  WYSIWYG Support
    8.  Outliner
    9.  Text formatting
    10.  Portable
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Notebook
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    davidcrisp

    Docspell is a DMS, Zim is a Wiki

    Negative comment •Nov 16, 2023
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    • Zim is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Docspell.

    • Zim is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Docspell.

    • Zim is Free and Open SourceDocspell is also Free and Open Source
    • Zim is LightweightDocspell is not according to our users
  2. CherryTree icon
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    CherryTree

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    A hierarchical note taking application, featuring rich text and syntax highlighting, storing data in a single xml or sqlite file.

    63 CherryTree alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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    Top CherryTree Features

    1.  Hierarchical Structure
    2.  Tree structure
    3.  Infinite hierarchical depth
    4.  Includes images in notes
    5.  Outliner
    6.  Tree view
    7.  Tree Style Tabs
    8.  Syntax Highlighting
    9.  Portable
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Support for MarkDown
    12.  Code Formatting
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    davidcrisp

    Docspell is a DMS, Cherrytree is a note taking application

    Negative comment •Nov 16, 2023
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    • CherryTree is Free and Open SourceDocspell is also Free and Open Source
  4. TagSpaces icon
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    TagSpaces

     223 likes
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    TagSpaces is privacy aware, cross-platform file browser with note-taking capabilities. It helps you organize your files and folders with tags and colors.

    98 TagSpaces alternatives
    Cross-platform file tagging

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Presenting folders as Kanban boards
    Automatic thumbnail generation
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    File Browsing with instant preview for many file types

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  File Tagging
    2.  File Search
    3.  File Organizer
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Kanban Board
    6.  Support for MarkDown
    7.  Built-in viewer
    8.  WYSIWYG Support
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Web Clipper
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Portable
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    • TagSpaces is the most popular Android, Android Tablet & Self-Hosted alternative to Docspell.

    • TagSpaces is Freemium and Open SourceDocspell is Free and Open Source
    • TagSpaces is Privacy focusedDocspell is not according to our users
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    FuseBase

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  6. Trilium Notes icon
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    Trilium Notes

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    Trilium Notes is a hierarchical note taking application.

    342 Trilium Notes alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Knowledge base
    2.  Tree of notes
    3.  Note organization
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  Encrypted Notes
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  End-to-End Encryption
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Cloud Sync
    11.  Web Clipper
    12.  Support for scripting
    Discontinued

    Trilium transitions into maintenance mode and don't plan adding any new major functionality. You can take a look at this community fork: https://github.com/TriliumNext

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    davidcrisp

    Docspell is a DMS, Trillian Notes is a note taking application

    Negative comment •Nov 16, 2023
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    • Trilium Notes is Free and Open SourceDocspell is also Free and Open Source
    • Trilium Notes is Privacy focusedDocspell is not according to our users
  7. Cryptee icon
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    Cryptee

     91 likes
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    Cryptee is a safety and privacy focused, encrypted and cross-platform personal data storage service. You can write personal documents, notes, journals, store photos (including raw photos from DSLR cameras) and all sorts of other files.

    39 Cryptee alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    +9
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Encrypted Notes
    3.  Rich text editing
    4.  Encrypted Photo Storage
    5.  Support for MarkDown
    6.  Cloud Hosting
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  File Storage
    11.  WYSIWYG Support
    12.  Evernote import
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    • Cryptee is the most popular Web-based & SaaS alternative to Docspell.

    • Cryptee is Freemium and Open SourceDocspell is Free and Open Source
    • Cryptee is Privacy focused and LightweightDocspell is not according to our users
  8. QOwnNotes icon
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    QOwnNotes

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    Plain text notepad with markdown support and todo list manager for Linux, Mac OS X and Windows, that works together with the notes application of ownCloud.

    225 QOwnNotes alternatives
    QOwnNotes main screen

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Qt
    QOwnNotes main screen vertical layout
    QOwnNotes todo list manager
    +3
    QOwnNotes notes diff

    Top QOwnNotes Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Local Storage
    3.  Plain text file
    4.  Tagging
    5. Nextcloud icon  Nextcloud integration
    6.  Syntax Highlighting
    7.  Subtasks
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  Synchronization
    11. ownCloud icon  Owncloud integration
    12. Apple Calendar icon  iCal integration
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  10. Foam icon
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    Foam

     45 likes
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    Foam is a personal knowledge management and sharing system inspired by Roam Research, built on Visual Studio Code and GitHub.

    238 Foam alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Visual Studio Code

    Foam Features

    1.  Knowledge base
    2.  VSCode
    3.  Knowledge Management
    4.  Write files in markdown
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Support for MarkDown
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  11. Nuclino icon
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    Nuclino

     134 likes
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    Nuclino is a unified workspace where teams can bring all their knowledge, docs, and projects together in one place. It’s a modern, simple, and blazingly fast way to collaborate, without the chaos of files and folders, context switching, or silos.

    290 Nuclino alternatives
    Nuclino screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • iPad
    Nuclino screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Mind Map view
    3.  Kanban Board
    4.  Support for MarkDown
    5.  WYSIWYG Support
    6.  Team Collaboration
    7.  Drag and Drop
    8.  Wiki-like interface
    9.  Infinite hierarchical depth
    10.  Custom fields
    11.  Internal linking
    12.  Hierarchical Structure
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    • Nuclino is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to Docspell.

    • Nuclino is Freemium and ProprietaryDocspell is Free and Open Source
    • Nuclino is Lightweight and MinimalisticDocspell is not according to our users
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    FuseBase

     90 likes
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    FuseBase is a comprehensive software solution designed to streamline the interaction between teams and clients. It eliminates the need for clients to navigate multiple applications by providing a singular platform for project briefs, feedback, and updates.

    194 FuseBase alternatives
    FuseBase screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    +3
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    Top FuseBase Features

    1.  Cloud Sync
    2.  Goal Tracking
    3.  Reminders
    4.  Real time collaboration
    5.  Kanban Board
    6.  Task Time Tracking
    7.  No Coding Required
    8.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    9.  Support for @mentions
    10.  Calendar View
    11.  Data visualization
    12.  Progress tracking
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  13. Milanote icon
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    Milanote

     44 likes
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    Milanote is an easy-to-use tool to organize your ideas and projects into visual boards.

    336 Milanote alternatives
    Milanote screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Milanote screenshot 1
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    +8
    Milanote screenshot 3

    Milanote Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Kanban Board
    3.  Vision board
    4.  Artists dashboard
    5.  Freeform notes
    6.  Mind Map view
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  14. Hydrus icon
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    Hydrus

     48 likes
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    A personal booru-style media tagger that can import files and tags from your hard drive and popular websites. Content can be shared with other users via user-run servers.

    16 Hydrus alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    +8
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    Top Hydrus Features

    1.  File Tagging
    2.  File Organizer
    3.  Built-in Media Downloader
    4.  Tag based
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Ratings
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Portable
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Tagging
    11.  Automatic Tagging
    12.  Catalogue local images
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  15. Evernote Web Clipper icon
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    Evernote Web Clipper

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    Save anything you see online - including text, links and images - into your Evernote account with a single click.

    207 Evernote Web Clipper alternatives
    Evernote Web Clipper screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Internet Explorer
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Firefox

    Evernote Web Clipper Features

    1.  Annotate Screenshot
    2.  Web Clipper
    3.  Save web page for offline use
    4.  Screenshot OCR
    5.  Instant edit screenshots
    6.  Browser extension
    7.  Microsoft Edge extension
    8.  Website screenshots
    9.  Image recognition
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