Open Note Alternatives

Open Note is described as 'OpenNote is a modern Android note-taking and markdown editor application built entirely with Compose' and is an app. There are more than 50 alternatives to Open Note for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, F-Droid, Windows and Android Tablet apps. The best Open Note alternative is Google Keep, which is free. Other great apps like Open Note are CherryTree, Cryptee, Turtl and Fossify Notes.

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  1. Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

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    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.

    101 Google Keep alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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    • Google Keep is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Open Note.

    • Google Keep is the most popular free alternative to Open Note.

    • Google Keep is Free and ProprietaryOpen Note is Free and Open Source
    • Google Keep is LightweightOpen Note is not according to our users
  2. CherryTree icon

    CherryTree

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    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.

    94 CherryTree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • CherryTree is the most popular Open Source alternative to Open Note.

    • CherryTree is Free and Open SourceOpen Note is also Free and Open Source
    • CherryTree is Customizable and Privacy focusedOpen Note is not according to our users
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    Cryptee

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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 (including raw photos from DSLR cameras) and all sorts of other files.

    69 Cryptee alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Cryptee is the most popular SaaS alternative to Open Note.

    • Cryptee is Freemium and Open SourceOpen Note is Free and Open Source
    • Cryptee is Privacy focused and LightweightOpen Note is not according to our users
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    Turtl

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    Whether it's bookmarks or passwords, files or shopping lists...Turtl organizes it all and makes it easy to find later. Sync across your devices. Leave nothing behind.

    185 Turtl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    • Turtl is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Open Note.

    • Turtl is Freemium and Open SourceOpen Note is Free and Open Source
    • Turtl is Privacy focusedOpen Note is not according to our users
  6. Fossify Notes icon

    Fossify Notes

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    Introducing Fossify Notes – your ultimate tool for effortless note-taking, organization, and planning. Simplify your life with this intuitive organizer designed to streamline your tasks and ideas effortlessly.

    84 Fossify Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  7. EasyNotes icon

    EasyNotes

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    EasyNotes: Jetpack Compose MVVM for seamless note-taking. Effortless creation, editing, and organization.

    47 EasyNotes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  9. Mimiri Notes icon

    Mimiri Notes

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    Secure device-synced notepad using AES-GCM-256 encryption to protect confidential data. Features include a tree-structure for note organization, historical changes tracking, and collaboration options. Supports all major platforms with cloud sync and offline access.

    73 Mimiri Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  10. UpNote icon

    UpNote

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    UpNote is an elegant and powerful note app that works seamlessly across platforms: iOS, Android, Mac and Windows.

    310 UpNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  11. WriteOn icon

    WriteOn

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    Simple Notes Jetpack Compose - Clean, intuitive note-taking open source app.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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    Notally

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    A minimalistic notes app. Notally it's extremely light, minimalistic and elegant. There are minimal dependencies and lines of code. (All without compromising on readability).

    65 Notally alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  13. Stickies icon

    Stickies

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    Stickies is a PC utility written to replace Post-It-style notes left stuck to your monitor. The design goal behind Stickies is that the program is small and simple. Stickies will not mess with your system files, or write to the Registry.

    94 Stickies alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  14. Nextcloud Notes icon

    Nextcloud Notes

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    Distraction-free note-taking app featuring categories for organization, Markdown formatting, favorites, and seamless integration with Nextcloud clients. Enables syncing across devices, API integration with third-party apps, offline access, and privacy-focused storage.

    97 Nextcloud Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
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