Obsidian Alternatives for Chrome OS

Obsidian is not available for Chrome OS but there are some alternatives with similar functionality. The best Chrome OS alternative is Standard Notes, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Obsidian and seven of them are available for Chrome OS so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Chrome OS alternatives to Obsidian are Microsoft OneNote, Google Keep, Google Docs and Nuclino.

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  1. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

     696 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.

    158 Standard Notes alternatives

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    Standard Notes vs Obsidian Comments
    Aaron
    Negative
    9

    Note-linking is a subscription only feature

    hex111
    Positive
    4

    i feel better paying for open source user friendlier projects, wysiwyg is just necessary for people to reasonably shift from the data robbery monopolies.

    Sam Lander
    0

    Standard Notes is not really an alternative to Obsidian. Standard Notes is open-source, more secure/private, and more simple.

    Standard Notes can be used across multiple devices and syncs.

    Obsidian telephones home constantly, even if you turn off updates and community plugins. But Obsidian is a very beautiful markdown app, that does more than just note-taking or to-do lists like Standard Notes.

    • Standard Notes is Freemium and Open SourceObsidian is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Standard Notes is Minimalistic, Security-focused and CustomizableObsidian is not according to our users
  2. Microsoft OneNote icon

    Microsoft OneNote

     1141 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.

    178 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    Microsoft OneNote vs Obsidian Comments
    Sam Lander
    3

    OneNote is an alternative, but it is even less private than Obsidian, less beautiful, and more resource-intensive.

    So I am not sure why anyone would use it, other than being able to easily sync across devices.

    student twenty
    Positive
    5

    This is a weird one, because while the two are very different, OneNote and Obsidian do have very similar goals. If Obsidian doesn't work for you, OneNote offers another way to collect notes and thoughts. I personally can't stand it, and it doesn't have a Linux app, but it's really well made software with a long track record, and it's free. So, yeah - good alternative if you don't mind the privacy issues.

    • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryObsidian is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

     840 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.

    126 Google Keep alternatives

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    • Free
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    Hibiscus
    4

    Nothing in common with Obsidian.

    Top Negative Comment
    Power User
    3

    Simple note taking isn't the same as a purpose-built knowledge management tool at all. This isn't a jab at Google Keep which does an OK job for what it is, but it's not an alternative if you want what Obsidian offers.

    Gregor Zobjak
    Negative
    2

    Not an good note taking utility at all... Google Keep is only a digital version of Sticky notes but with the very big contra that Google can steal your personal information Overall you don't have any Organization... you didn't have folders or something that's similar... the only thing you have is a Taging system that is poor.

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    • Google Keep is Free and ProprietaryObsidian is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Google Docs

     957 likes

    Powerful online word processor with real-time collaboration, document conversion from Word, extensive formatting options, revision history, and multilingual capabilities, all integrated within the Google Drive ecosystem, accessible through any internet-connected device.

    121 Google Docs alternatives

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  7. Nuclino icon

    Nuclino

     135 likes

    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.

    354 Nuclino alternatives

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  8. Focal - Notes & Tasks icon

    Focal - Notes & Tasks

     7 likes

    Effortlessly organize notes and tasks using Focal's intuitive tree structure. Create diverse note types, use powerful search, efficient tagging, and customizable settings to enhance productivity and maintain focus.

    92 Focal - Notes & Tasks alternatives

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    • Flathub
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    Organize tasks and notes in a tree structure
     
  10. smasi icon

    smasi

     1 like

    Local and personal wiki for easily recording work descriptions, experience reports, checklists, and your knowledge.

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    Your personal wiki on your device
     
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