NoteAway is the simplest, most convenient way to take quick notes on OS X. NoteAway has lots of powerful features for free, like iCloud syncing, rich text, attachments, simple import/export, and a variety of customizable options.




Thinkdrop is described as 'Remember that time you had a thought and forgot about it later? Or all those thoughts in your head but can't really order them correctly?' and is an app. There are more than 50 alternatives to Thinkdrop for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android apps. The best Thinkdrop alternative is Notesnook, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Thinkdrop are Trilium Notes, CherryTree, Cryptee and RedNotebook.
NoteAway is the simplest, most convenient way to take quick notes on OS X. NoteAway has lots of powerful features for free, like iCloud syncing, rich text, attachments, simple import/export, and a variety of customizable options.




Write styled Markdown notes, sync across Mac, iPhone and iPad add to-dos and tags, export to a variety of formats and choose your favourite style from a variety of colourful themes.







A simple, beautiful reminder & to-do list app that integrates with Google Calendar and syncs to the cloud.



Using map notes, you can spread your ideas anywhere on an infinitely spread canvas. Ideal for creating rough mind maps, brainstorming and idea sketches.




Unit is a modern note-taking app that provides a completely new experience of creating, organizing and managing all your notes.




A simple and elegant open-source journal keeping software for Windows compatible with Day One




An android app for writing and storing AES-128 encrypted notes. Supports notes, checklists and even spreadsheets. It is the only app in play store offering multiple security options like password protection, pattern lock and pin lock.




P3X OneNote Linux is, actually, an independent browser window for the online OneNote. You can use this program without having to clutter your browser. The main functions are:

Boost your productivity. Take notes, set reminders and save contents and links, all in 1 swipe of the mouse. Attach notes automatically to any window.




A beautiful, uncluttered all-in-one tool. Write, plan, take notes, capture ideas and get organized.



