GoodNotes AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Note-taking Tools for iPhone

There are many alternatives to GoodNotes for iPhone if you are looking for a replacement. The best iPhone Note-taking Tool alternative is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to GoodNotes and many of them are Note-taking Tools available for iPhone so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPhone Note-taking Tool alternatives to GoodNotes are Microsoft OneNote, MyScript Notes, Linwood Butterfly and Saber.

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  1. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1090 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.

    172 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • 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 GoodNotes
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Is not that good for using it as a paper replacement.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Obsidian is Lightweight and Privacy focusedGoodNotes is not according to our users
  2. 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.

    142 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • 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 GoodNotes
    Top Positive Comment
    Evan Tanner
    0

    Perfect for everything- iPad and mobile apps are free

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    0

    The App on Android isn't as developed and intuitive as it's any counterparts

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    OneNote for Android does not have as much functionality, especially for journaling. The Android app does not have any template function, which is one of my main needs. OneNote for iOS, Windows, and Mac has this, but the Android app is very behind.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
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    • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. MyScript Notes icon

    MyScript Notes

     20 likes

    Create stunning notes and professional documents effortlessly by hand, brainstorm ideas on an infinite canvas, and annotate PDFs seamlessly. Powered by the world's leading AI handwriting recognition technology, MyScript Notes offers a dynamic platform where handwriting...

    16 MyScript Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • iPhone
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    Comments about MyScript Notes as an Alternative to GoodNotes
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Smooth interface, handwriting recognition, high quality pdf export, cloud sync with gdrivd and dropbox

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

    Nothing is like Goodnotes!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • MyScript Notes is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Linwood Butterfly icon

    Linwood Butterfly

     41 likes

    Butterfly is a note-taking app where your ideas come first. You can paint, add texts, and export them easily on every device. This app works on android, windows, linux, and in the web.

    44 Linwood Butterfly alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • AltStore
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  6. Saber icon

    Saber

     30 likes

    A (work-in-progress) cross-platform libre notes app. Please note that this app is still in early stages and not ready to trust with your notes yet.

    25 Saber alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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    Comments about Saber as an Alternative to GoodNotes
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    Positive
    0

    It is the only somewhat good open-source alternative to Goodnotes & Notability. I know it is currently missing a lot of features found in Goodnotes, but in the future it could become a real competitor, so give it a try.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Saber is Free and Open SourceGoodNotes is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Saber is Privacy focused and LightweightGoodNotes is not according to our users
  7. Notability icon

    Notability

     52 likes

    Truly integrated iOS app combining handwriting, PDF annotation, and text for seamless note-taking. Auto Sync backs up notes. Customize themes, library, and toolbars for a personalized experience with robust features.

    54 Notability alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Notability as an Alternative to GoodNotes
    RemovedUser
    Negative
    0

    It is a post-it like app. No handwriting.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Notability icon
    Notability icon
    • Notability is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
  9. Noteshelf icon

    Noteshelf

     17 likes

    Take beautiful handwritten notes or annotate PDFs on your iPad, and now even on your iPhone. With the new Noteshelf you can do all of the familiar, like type notes, record audio, draw shapes, sketch, sign contracts, fill forms, along with a lot of new, like add bookmarks, create...

    77 Noteshelf alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Chrome OS
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Windows
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    Comments about Noteshelf as an Alternative to GoodNotes
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    way better in organizing my notes and the handwriting tool is really good.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Noteshelf is Paid and ProprietaryGoodNotes is Freemium and Proprietary
  10. Noteful icon

    Noteful

     6 likes

    Noteful is your one-stop note-taking app to experience the new paperless revolution on iPad.

    236 Noteful alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  11. Notes icon

    Notes

     38 likes

    Use Notes to capture a quick thought, create checklists, sketch ideas, and more. And with iCloud, you can keep your notes up to date across all your devices.

    138 Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Flexcil

     12 likes

    PDF annotation, reading and management.

    25 Flexcil alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Flexcil as an Alternative to GoodNotes
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    best for android until 2021

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Flexcil is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
  13. CollaNote icon

    CollaNote

     6 likes

    All-in-one solution for note-taking, PDF annotation, digital planning, and journaling with 25 pens and brushes, AI shape detection, real-time collaboration, Smart Dark Mode, ASMR sound, audio recording, password protection, over 150 templates, and syncing options.

    34 CollaNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  14. Soysauce Lab Noto icon

    Soysauce Lab Noto

     8 likes

    Noto is a modern writing app. With delightful interactions, powerful editing tools, and a beautiful design, Noto helps you capture the best of your everyday life.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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