Joplin AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Todo List Managers

The best Todo List Manager alternative to Joplin is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Joplin and many of them are Todo List Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Todo List Manager alternatives to Joplin are Super Productivity, Standard Notes, Anytype and Notion.

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  1. PrivacyNotes icon
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    PrivacyNotes

    Workspace with end-to-end encryption, zero-knowledge security, rich notes, private journal, encrypted file storage, password management, cross-platform browser access, open-source cryptography, optional Pro features, and no recurring subscription fees.

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  2. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1213 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.

    333 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • AppImage
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Obsidian vs Joplin Comments
    Ako Mahmoodi
    Negative
    8

    The free plan doesn't include synchronisation.

    MANOJ91
    Negative
    2

    The free plan doesn't include synchronisation.

    civ4
    Positive
    0

    Works on top of a normal folder, so all data always remains readable even without Obsidian.

    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
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    Super Productivity

     353 likes

    Free, open-source software offering task management and time tracking across Linux, MacOS, and Windows with Jira, GitHub, and GitLab integration, plus a pomodoro timer for breaks and focus. Designed with privacy in mind, it requires no user data collection or registration.

    366 Super Productivity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Chrome OS
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    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    Super Productivity vs Joplin Comments
    ailuridae
    Negative
    2

    Super Productive is a time and task management and tracker system, not a note taking app.

    • Super Productivity is Free and Open SourceJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
    • Super Productivity is a Todo List Manager Joplin is a Note-taking Tool
  5. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

     708 likes

    Secure note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, unlimited syncing across all platforms, offline access, detailed organization through tags, strong passcode and biometric protections, and premium features like encrypted files, themes, web clipper, super note types, and hardware key support.

    214 Standard Notes alternatives

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    • F-Droid
    Plain text note on free version.
     
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    Top Positive Comment
    garrry
    6

    basic features are paywalled and the cost has doubled over the years

    Top Negative Comment
    bentsoft
    7

    folders & themes are paywalled. it only allows for plain text notes in the free plan

    ztdzyvhb
    Positive
    -1

    It’s a lot more simple and easy to use. The security is better than Joplin thanks to on-device storage encryption.

    3 of 5 comments
    • Standard Notes is Freemium and Open SourceJoplin is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Standard Notes is Security-focused and CustomizableJoplin is not according to our users
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    Capacities

    Capacities offers a revolutionary note-taking experience by utilizing a network-based structure for knowledge capture and organization. Users create unique entities like ideas and questions in a graph view, fostering personalized...

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  7. Anytype icon

    Anytype

     310 likes

    Manage notes, tasks, and projects offline with Markdown support. Enjoy encrypted storage, P2P syncing, and powerful dynamic collections across all devices, while allowing redistribution and modification for non-commercial uses.

    231 Anytype alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Source Available

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    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Docker
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  9. Notion icon

    Notion

     678 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.

    396 Notion alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    AppFlowy

     213 likes

    Open-source workspace offering complete data control, deep customization via themes, plugins, and templates, native multi-platform support using Flutter and Rust, offline access, privacy features, collaborative tools, and easy extensibility for all users.

    151 AppFlowy alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Rust
    • Flathub
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  11. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     611 likes

    Cloud-based, open-source note-taking app supporting plain text notes, lists, and ideas with real-time sync, multi-device support, version history, markdown, tagging, collaborative editing, no ads, and free registration required for all cloud features.

    189 Simplenote alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    Simplenote vs Joplin Comments
    bentsoft
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    Good app by itself, but not as comprehensive as Joplin, it's much simpler and lighter

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Unlike Joplin, this has a web-based version. The Android version is also very lightweight.

    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
  12. Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

     847 likes

    Google Keep is a multifunctional tool that merges note-taking with browsing, allowing capture of thoughts, checklists, or voice notes, with cross-device synchronization. Features include color-coded notes, voice transcription, geo-fencing, collaboration, cloud storage, and seamless Google integration.

    172 Google Keep alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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    Google Keep vs Joplin Comments
    sharemind
    Negative
    4

    The notes are not End to end encrypted

    Guest
    Negative
    13

    It's not open source and secure

    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Google Keep is neither end-to-end encrypted nor open-source. It also does not respect your privacy

    • Google Keep is Free and ProprietaryJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
  13. Microsoft OneNote icon

    Microsoft OneNote

     1148 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.

    230 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Apple Watch
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    • Kindle Fire
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    Microsoft OneNote vs Joplin Comments
    bentsoft
    Negative
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    There is little to none markdown support, multi-device sync is awful. Joplin is FOSS and OneNote is owned by Microsoft

    • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
  14. CherryTree icon

    CherryTree

     333 likes

    Hierarchical note-taking software that is free, open-source, cross-platform. Features include rich text, syntax highlighting, multi-level lists, embedded files, customizable interface, code execution, PDF export, spell check, images & tables, and comprehensive project management support.

    151 CherryTree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    CherryTree vs Joplin Comments
    andgregorik
    Positive
    4

    CherryTree has more elaborate hierarchy features and less elaborate to-do features. It is not into cloud-based cross-platform syncing, but makes it up with having a very natural feel on a desktop.

    Farrukh
    Positive
    0

    it does not support MarkDown as so cannot be compared to Joplin. However, it has its own good features.

    • CherryTree is Free and Open SourceJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
    • CherryTree is CustomizableJoplin is not according to our users
  15. AFFiNE icon

    AFFiNE

     125 likes

    Open-source, privacy-focused workspace combining note-taking, project and task management, Kanban board, interactive whiteboard, Pomodoro timer, Markdown support, offline access, real-time team collaboration with @mentions, goal tracking, subtasks, and customizable features.

    210 AFFiNE alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Self-Hosted
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  16. Trilium Notes icon

    Trilium Notes

     127 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

    430 Trilium Notes alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Trilium Notes vs Joplin Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Awesome note taking app with E2E encryption only bad thing is another Java/Electron application. Really hard on resources of older devices even if sync is off.

    • Trilium Notes is Free and Open SourceJoplin is Freemium and Open Source
    • Trilium Notes is CustomizableJoplin is not according to our users
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