Marknote AlternativesNote-taking Tools and other similar apps like Marknote

Marknote is described as 'Lets you create rich text notes and easily organise them into notebooks. You can personalise your notebooks by choosing an icon and accent color for each one, making it easy to distinguish between them and keep your notes at your fingertips' and is a Note-taking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Marknote for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best Marknote alternative is Obsidian. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Joplin or Zettlr. Other great apps like Marknote are Google Keep, Notesnook, Simplenote and Zim.

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  1. Obsidian icon
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    Obsidian

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    Obsidian is a note-taking app that lets you create a personal knowledge graph with ease. It is designed for non-linear thinking and allows you to easily link your notes together wiki-style.

    88 Obsidian alternatives
    Obsidian screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
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    Top Obsidian Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Local Storage
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Graph view
    5.  Bidirectional links
    6.  Mind Mapping
    7.  Personal Information Manager (PIM)
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  Knowledge Management
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Backlink
    13.  Custom themes
    14.  Note organization
    15.  Write files in markdown
    16.  Knowledge Base structuring
    17.  Tagging
    18.  Backlinks
    19.  No Tracking
    20.  Wiki-like local linking
    21.  Wiki
    22.  Search by tags
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    Obsidian VS Marknote

    Is Obsidian a good alternative to Marknote?
     

    • Obsidian is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Marknote.

    • Obsidian is the most popular free alternative to Marknote.

    • Obsidian is Free Personal and ProprietaryMarknote is Free and Open Source
  2. Joplin icon
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    Joplin

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    Joplin is a free, open source note taking and to-do application, which can handle a large number of notes organised into notebooks. The notes are searchable, can be copied, tagged and modified either from the applications directly or from your own text editor.

    63 Joplin alternatives
    Desktop and mobile apps

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Table inside table with KaTeX Math notations. (Live-editing with Vim)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Cloud Sync
    3.  End-to-End Encryption
    4.  Web Clipper
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Local Storage
    7.  Tagging
    8.  Android Sync
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  File Sync
    11.  Encrypted Notes
    12.  WebDAV Support
    13.  Write files in markdown
    14.  Synchronization
    15.  Multiplatform
    16.  Plugin system
    17.  Hierarchical Structure
    18.  Export to HTML
    19.  Save as Markdown
    20.  Cross-device syncing
    21.  Nextcloud integration
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    Joplin VS Marknote

    Is Joplin a good alternative to Marknote?
     

    • Joplin is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Marknote.

    • Joplin is the most popular Open Source alternative to Marknote.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceMarknote is Free and Open Source
    • Joplin is Privacy focusedMarknote is not according to our users
  4. Zettlr icon
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    Zettlr

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    From idea to publication in one app: Zettlr accompanies you while writing your blog post, newspaper article, term paper, thesis, or entire book.

    159 Zettlr alternatives
    Zettlr Main Window (dark mode)

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Zettlr Main Window (light mode)
    The Berlin Theme (dark mode)
    +5
    The Berlin Theme (light mode)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Zettelkasten note method
    3.  File Tagging
    4.  Multiple export options
    5.  Zotero integration
    6.  Note organization
    7.  Link files
    8.  Built-in themes
    9.  Export to LaTeX
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  Syntax Highlighting
    12.  Works Offline
    13.  Tasklists
    14.  Interactive tables
    15.  Hierarchical Structure
    16.  Write files in markdown
    17.  Upload images
    18.  Dark Mode
    19.  Sync with Nextcloud
    20.  No Tracking
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    Typora

    A minimalist Markdown editor offering cross-platform synchronization, live preview, and seamless export/import in various formats like PDF, DOCX, and LaTeX. Features include distraction-free Focus and Typewriter modes, file manag...

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  6. Google Keep icon
    Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

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    Google Keep has several features including color coding notes, inserting images, creating lists, geo-fencing, shareable notes, and search by color.

    64 Google Keep alternatives
    Google Keep screenshot 1
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    Google Keep screenshot 3

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear

    Top Google Keep Features

    1.  Sync on many devices
    2.  Visual Organization
    3.  Share notes
    4.  Grocery List
    5.  Web-Based
    6.  Multiplatform
    7.  Photo notes
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Tagging
    11.  Real-time sync
    12.  Handwritten Notes
    13.  Reminders
    14.  Sync with Google Calendar
    15.  Note organization
    16.  Ad-free
    17.  Periodic Reminders
    18.  Cloud Sync
    19.  Sharable lists
    20.  Voice Notes
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    Google Keep VS Marknote

    Is Google Keep a good alternative to Marknote?
     

    • Google Keep is the most popular Web-based alternative to Marknote.

    • Google Keep is Free and ProprietaryMarknote is Free and Open Source
  7. Notesnook icon
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    Notesnook

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    Notesnook is a simple and cross-platform private notes app that keeps your notes organized and synced on your phone, tablet and computer. Take notes, capture ideas, create to-do lists, keep a journal, write your assignments and manage projects, we have got you covered.

    234 Notesnook alternatives
    Notesnook screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
    Notesnook screenshot 1
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    Notesnook screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Encrypted Notes
    2.  Private notes
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Note organization
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Support for MarkDown
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  Cloud Sync
    11.  Web Clipper
    12.  Reminders
    13.  Two-factor Authentication
    14.  Unlimited storage
    15.  Encrypted Backup
    16.  Automatic Backup
    17.  WYSIWYG Support
    18.  No registration required
    19.  Distraction-free
    20.  Hierarchical Structure
    Notesnook iconMarknote Icon

    Notesnook VS Marknote

    Is Notesnook a good alternative to Marknote?
     

    • Notesnook is the most popular SaaS alternative to Marknote.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceMarknote is Free and Open Source
    • Notesnook is Privacy focusedMarknote is not according to our users
  8. Simplenote icon
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    Simplenote

     585 likes
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    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.

    60 Simplenote alternatives
    Simplenote screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Simplenote screenshot 1
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    Simplenote screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Clean design
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Cross-device syncing
    2.  Support for MarkDown
    3.  Search by tags
    4.  Simple text editor
    5.  Protected by Password
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Text Based Format
    8.  Tagging
    9.  Android Sync
    10.  Web Access
    11.  Full-Text Search
    12.  Tag based
    13.  Portable
    14.  Works Offline
    15.  No Tracking
    16.  Ad-free
    17.  Share notes
    18.  Integrated Search
    Simplenote iconMarknote Icon

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  10. Zim icon
    Zim icon

    Zim

     490 likes
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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"...

    289 Zim alternatives
    Zim screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Graphviz graph using Diagram plugin
    Formatting options available
    +1
    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
    13.  Wiki
    14.  Export to HTML
    15.  Full-Text Search
    16.  LaTeX Equations
    17.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    18.  Nested Notes
    19.  Outline folding
    20.  Save as txt
    21.  Dark Mode
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  11. 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.

    62 CherryTree alternatives
    CherryTree screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    CherryTree screenshot 1
    CherryTree screenshot 2
    +3
    CherryTree screenshot 3

    Top CherryTree Features

    1.  Hierarchical Structure
    2.  Tree structure
    3.  Infinite hierarchical depth
    4.  Includes images in notes
    5.  Outliner
    6.  Tree view
    7.  Text-manipulation
    8.  Internal linking
    9.  Rich text editing
    10.  Tree Style Tabs
    11.  Export to HTML
    12.  Active Development
    13.  Tagging
    14.  Syntax Highlighting
    15.  Outline folding
    16.  Outline organization
    17.  Outline mode
    18.  Portable
    19.  Works Offline
    20.  Support for MarkDown
    21.  Code Formatting
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  12. Typora icon
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    Typora

     315 likes
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    A minimalist Markdown editor offering cross-platform synchronization, live preview, and seamless export/import in various formats like PDF, DOCX, and LaTeX. Features include distraction-free Focus and Typewriter modes, file management with tree and articles panels, and content organization through an outline...

    163 Typora alternatives
    Typora screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Electron
    Typora screenshot 1
    Typora screenshot 2
    +4
    Typora screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Live Preview
    3.  Distraction-free
    4.  Write files in markdown
    5.  WYSIWYG Support
    6.  Save as Markdown
    7.  Support for LaTeX
    8.  Syntax Highlighting
    9.  Simple text editor
    10.  Multiplatform
    11.  Export to PDF
    12.  Spell Checking
    13.  Nested Folders
    14.  Underline
    15.  Export to Word
    16.  Built-in themes
    17.  No registration required
    Typora iconMarknote Icon

    Typora VS Marknote

    Is Typora a good alternative to Marknote?
     

    • Typora is the most popular commercial alternative to Marknote.

    • Typora is Paid and ProprietaryMarknote is Free and Open Source
    • Typora is LightweightMarknote is not according to our users
  13. TiddlyWiki icon
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    TiddlyWiki

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    TiddlyWiki is a single html file with all the characteristics of a wiki - including all of the functionality (including editing, saving, tagging and searching) and the style sheet. Because its a single file, its very portable - you can email it, put it on a web server or share...

    155 TiddlyWiki alternatives
    TiddlyWiki screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Xfce
    • RemoteStorage

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Standalone
    2.  Cross page linking
    3.  Support for MarkDown
    4.  Wiki
    5.  Portable
    6.  Wiki-like interface
    7.  Personal Information Manager (PIM)
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Offline
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  No Coding Required
    13.  WYSIWYG Support
    14.  Multiple languages
    15.  Notebook
    16.  Encrypted Notes
    17.  0data
    18.  Support for Node.js
    TiddlyWiki iconMarknote Icon

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  14. Beaver Notes icon
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    Beaver Notes

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    Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

    45 Beaver Notes alternatives
    Beaver Notes screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Beaver Notes screenshot 1
    Beaver Notes screenshot 2
    +3
    Beaver Notes screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  File Tagging
    3.  Note organization
    4.  Tag based
    5.  Support for @mentions
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Distraction-free
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  No registration required
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Focus Mode
    13.  Export to PDF
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  15. Cryptee icon
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    Cryptee

     89 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 and all sorts of other files.

    38 Cryptee alternatives
    Cryptee Photo Gallery / Albums

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Cryptee Photo Gallery / Albums
    Cryptee Document Editor / Dark Mode
    +4
    Cryptee Document Editor / Light Mode

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Encrypted Notes
    3.  Encrypted Photo Storage
    4.  Rich text editing
    5.  Cloud Hosting
    6.  Support for MarkDown
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  File Storage
    11.  WYSIWYG Support
    12.  Works Offline
    13.  Tagging
    14.  Export to PDF
    15.  Cloud Sync
    16.  Evernote import
    17.  Encrypted Documents
    18.  Integrated PDF Viewer
    19.  Hashtags
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