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   Obsidian

    1223 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.

   348 Obsidian alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Origin

   • Canada

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Snapcraft
   • Microsoft Edge
   • Google Chrome
   • Flathub
   • Safari
   • AppImage
   • Mozilla Firefox

   • Canada

   

   

   

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   Negative comment by Guest · Jun 14, 2025

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

   Negative comment by Guest · Sep 4, 2026

   Obsidian is very Text based and doesn't natively support styluses etc. Great app but not really an alternative to GoodNotes.

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   • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
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   Microsoft OneNote

    1149 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.

   237 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Chrome OS
   • Windows Phone
   • iPad
   • Apple Watch
   • Android Wear
   • Kindle Fire

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Microsoft OneNote vs GoodNotes Comments

   Top Positive Comment by Evan Tanner · Aug 18, 2024

   Perfect for everything- iPad and mobile apps are free

   Top Negative Comment by Guest · Jan 17, 2026

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

   Negative comment by Guest · Oct 22, 2024

   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.

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   • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
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   Xournal++

    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.

   74 Xournal++ alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (GPL-2.0)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • PDF Reader

   Origin

   • International

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Snapcraft
   • Flathub

   • Global

   

   

   

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   Xournal++ vs GoodNotes Comments

   Positive comment by violoncello · Dec 31, 2020

   It allows you to store your notes wherever you want and doesn't force you to use whatever cloud synchronisation

   Positive comment by LinuxDoge · Nov 7, 2022

   cross platform, not invasive

   Negative comment by Guest · Sep 28, 2020

   Pen works with cursive but not so well with print.

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   • Xournal++ is Free and Open SourceGoodNotes is Freemium and Proprietary
   • Xournal++ is Privacy focused and LightweightGoodNotes is not according to our users
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   HelixNotes

    29 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.

   159 HelixNotes alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android

   

   

   

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   Negative comment by shardulvs · Jul 1, 2026

   no support for handwritten notes

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   • HelixNotes is Free and Open SourceGoodNotes is Freemium and Proprietary
   • HelixNotes is Lightweight and Privacy focusedGoodNotes is not according to our users
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   FiiNote

    9 likes

   FiiNote is the most convenient note app for android.

   The app is compatible with Android 2.0 ~ Android 4.3(and later). It is designed for both Phone and Pad.

   Feature list: 1, Unique hybrid model for combined handwriting and keyboard. 2, Text,paint,voice,photo,video...Note everyt.

   192 FiiNote alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Origin

   • China

   Platforms

   • Windows
   • Online
   • Android
   • Android Tablet

   • China

   

   

   

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   FiiNote vs GoodNotes Comments

   Negative comment by Guest · Feb 17, 2019

   Did not like the way it handles manuscript summaries.

   Negative comment by RemovedUser · Jul 23, 2022

   More a text recognition app than handwrite note app

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   • FiiNote is Freemium and ProprietaryGoodNotes is also Freemium and Proprietary
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   Notes

    40 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.

   172 Notes alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Online
   • iPhone
   • iPad

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Quillpad

    17 likes

   Quillpad is a fork of an original app called Quillnote. The development stopped on the original app and PR backlogs were not cleared up. The community showed much interest in the app for continued development and so this fork was created.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Note-taking
   • Todo List Manager

   Platforms

   • Android
   • F-Droid
   • OpenAPK

   

   

   

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    Samsung Notes

     9 likes

    With Samsung Notes you can create notes containing texts, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. Moreover, you can share your notes easily to SNS.

    53 Samsung Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Note-taking
    • Todo List Manager

    Origin

    • South Korea

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Samsung Galaxy Store

    • South Korea

    

    

    

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    Capture - Quick Notes

     3 likes

    Capture's intuitive interface and smart features turn your mobile device into a powerful thought organizer, letting you seize, sort, and execute your ideas with unprecedented ease.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Note-taking
    • Todo List Manager

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • visionOS

    

    

    

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    Forma – Notes & Tasks

     3 likes

    Forma gives you an open canvas where you can drop ideas anywhere. Move things around, group them visually, draw connections, and keep a clear picture of everything you’re working on.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    • Todo List Manager

    Platforms

    • Mac

    

    

    

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    Journalify

     29 likes

    Journalify is a modern, intuitive platform that enables users to transform their life through journaling. It provides a space where you can focus on writing, free from worries about privacy and accessibility.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Note-taking
    • Todo List Manager

    Platforms

    • Online

    

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    Qept: Quick Notes Like Texting

     1 like

    Do you text yourself to remember things? Capture ideas with Qept! As simple as messaging, yet powerful as a full-fledged note app. Download for free and turn your thoughts into actions.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Note-taking
    • Todo List Manager

    Platforms

    • iPhone

    

    

    

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