The Best Open Source Standard Notes AlternativesTop Note-taking Tools & Todo List Managers like Standard Notes

The best open source alternative to Standard Notes is Joplin. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Standard Notes and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Standard Notes are Logseq, Notesnook, Simplenote and Trilium Notes.

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  1. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     937 likes

    Open source app for managing notes and to-dos with Markdown support. Syncs seamlessly across devices using services like Dropbox and OneDrive. Offers end-to-end encrypted synchronicity, offline access, rich import/export options, and a Web Clipper for browsers.

    200 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Joplin vs Standard Notes Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    m00t316
    2

    Joplin is open source and has end to end encryption when syncing notes, just like Standard Notes. Joplin has a web clipper too so you can import things from web pages into your note books.

    Top Negative Comment
    Erik Estrada
    -1

    Standard Notes are secure. Joplin has no local security whatsoever. Anyone with access to your computer can access everything in done in Joplin

    tunnar13
    Positive
    1

    Standard Notes is more stable than Joplin

    3 of 5 comments
    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Joplin is Lightweight and DecentralizedStandard Notes is not according to our users
  2. Logseq icon

    Logseq

     355 likes

    Local-first, privacy-focused notebook supporting Markdown and Emacs Org mode. Offers offline use, encrypted backups, plugin extensibility, LaTeX support, real-time collaboration, and hierarchical organization for personal knowledge management.

    240 Logseq alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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    Logseq vs Standard Notes Comments
    justtempo
    Negative
    0

    it dont support cloud sync for free

    • Logseq is Free and Open SourceStandard Notes is Freemium and Open Source
    • Logseq is Decentralized and LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  4. Notesnook icon

    Notesnook

     212 likes

    Offers open-source, end-to-end encrypted notes with device-based privacy, cross-platform support, private vault, secure sync, offline access, markdown editor, exports to multiple formats, automatic backups, organizational tools, and strong encryption.

    379 Notesnook alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
    • Self-Hosted
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    Notesnook vs Standard Notes Comments
    Malaz YI
    Positive
    0

    They're pretty much similar to each other, except that NoteNook is more generous giving you the folder organization feature for free. And the UI also looks better. So if you're not willing to pay for a note taking app but also want something that is open-source and secure, and provided your notes are just plain text, then this is the best option on the market.

    Abdullah Atta
    Positive
    -2

    The best thing about Notesnook is that it works the same across all devices unlike Standard Notes. It's also pretty cheap, tbh. Love it so far.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Notesnook is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  5. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     610 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.

    182 Simplenote alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Simplenote vs Standard Notes Comments
    Alabaster3632
    Negative
    2

    Does not have encryption and even the apps site itself says to do not store sensitive information. The app uses trackers too.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Focus on simple strong features, very good customer service, no mess, strong privacy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    legala
    Positive
    0

    Compared with the free version of Standard Note I have a much better experience with Simplenotes (fast, easy to learn, auto recognition of URLs, efficient realtime synchronisation including collaborative). Did not tried the payed version of Standard Notes as doing so I should also give a correlated contribution to all other softwares I am using wich would make a total of many times my income.

    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceStandard Notes is Freemium and Open Source
    • Simplenote is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  7. Trilium Notes icon

    Trilium Notes

     124 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

    422 Trilium Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Beaver Notes icon

    Beaver Notes

     70 likes

    Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
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  9. Docmost icon

    Docmost

     51 likes

    Open-source wiki and documentation solution offering real-time collaborative editing, robust permissions, group management, spaces for organizing content, inline commenting, full-page history, advanced full-text search, nested pages, attachments, and flexible storage.

    138 Docmost alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Cloudron
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  10. Cryptee icon

    Cryptee

     113 likes

    Encrypted, privacy-focused digital storage with zero-knowledge architecture supporting document editing, notes, journals, and photo storage with raw DSLR support, live sync, markdown, code, LaTeX, to-dos, audio, tables, EPUB, PDF, and cross-platform access.

    100 Cryptee alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  11. Turtl icon

    Turtl

     179 likes

    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.

    206 Turtl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Discontinued

    The last update is from 2019.

    Turtl vs Standard Notes Comments
    C.A.
    Positive
    1

    Encrypted in-motion and at-rest.

    • Turtl is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium and Open Source
  12. Deta Surf icon

    Deta Surf

     35 likes

    Workspace fusing browsing, file management, and AI with local-first data; offers note-taking, applet creation, offline media storage, YouTube and PDF interaction, customizable AI-powered notes, citation tools, split views, sidebar navigation, and privacy features.

    94 Deta Surf alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. Blinko icon

    Blinko

     32 likes

    Open-source note-taking tool offering AI-enhanced retrieval with RAG technology, secure self-hosted data storage, Markdown support, and transparent community collaboration on GitHub for efficient, private, and effortless note management.

    117 Blinko alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  14. QOwnNotes icon

    QOwnNotes

     102 likes

    Plain text notepad with markdown support and todo list manager for Linux, Mac OS X and Windows, that works together with the notes application of ownCloud.

    313 QOwnNotes alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Qt
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