TreePad AlternativesNote-taking Tools & Todo List Managers like TreePad

TreePad is described as 'A free and lightweight outliner, only 465KB in size. It allows you to store all your notes, emails, texts, hyperlinks, etc. into one or multiple plain-text databases. With the look and feel of the familiar Windows Explorer, editing, storing, browsing, searching, and retrieving' and is a Note-taking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to TreePad for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best TreePad alternative is Notesnook, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like TreePad are Zim, CherryTree, TiddlyWiki and ToDoList.

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  1. Notesnook icon

    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.

    292 Notesnook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
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    • Notesnook is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to TreePad.

    • Notesnook is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to TreePad.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Notesnook is Privacy focusedTreePad is not according to our users
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    Zim

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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"...

    315 Zim alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Zim as an Alternative to TreePad
    snshepherd
    Positive
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    It has similar features, is extensible through plugins and is completely free. =)

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    • Most users think Zim is a great TreePad alternative.

    • Zim is Free and Open SourceTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Zim is Privacy focusedTreePad is not according to our users
  4. 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.

    97 CherryTree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about CherryTree as an Alternative to TreePad
    Guest
    Positive
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    Hierarchical organization, imports treepad files (.hjt), so I am able to work immediately with my treepad files.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
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    the import was good format is the same it works the same way very fast to find and add notes

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -3

    can import treepad (hjt) files supports utf8 encoding

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks CherryTree is a great TreePad alternative.

    • CherryTree is Free and Open SourceTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • CherryTree is Customizable and Privacy focusedTreePad is not according to our users
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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...

    176 TiddlyWiki alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Xfce
    • RemoteStorage
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    Guest
    Positive
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    I actually moved from TreePad to Tiddlywiki looking for more customisability and industry standards. However I Still value TreePad although not using it, it was my gateway to self designer Get things done system.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • TiddlyWiki is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to TreePad.

    • TiddlyWiki is Free and Open SourceTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • TiddlyWiki is CustomizableTreePad is not according to our users
  7. ToDoList icon

    ToDoList

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    Organize projects with deeply nested tasks, multi-language support, and flexible XML storage. Streamline scheduling, customize printing with stylesheets, and collaborate efficiently on multiple projects, including IT and general GTD use, on Windows or Linux via WINE.

    295 ToDoList alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
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    wikidPad

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    wikidPad is a Wiki-like notebook for storing your thoughts, ideas, todo lists, contacts, or anything else you can think of to write down. What makes wikidPad different from other notepad applications is the ease with which you can cross-link your information.

    212 wikidPad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  10. Zoho Notebook icon

    Zoho Notebook

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    Web-based tool for integrating text, images, audio, and video with syncing across devices, real-time collaboration, handwriting input, AI-powered summaries, checklists, scanning, reminders, search in handwritten notes, and advanced organization.

    317 Zoho Notebook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  11. CintaNotes icon

    CintaNotes

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    Ultra-ergonomic note app for Windows designed for efficient text capture from any application, file and image attachments, cross-device synchronization, hierarchic tagging, full-text search, encryption of notebooks, automatic backups, and offline use for enhanced safety.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    FuseBase

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    Combines AI-powered client portals, unlimited external accounts, internal workspaces, collaborative document editing, smart task management, and no-code knowledge bases with smart documents, supporting 2000+ embeds for streamlined project delivery and feedback.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Internal and external collaboration.
     
  13. AllMyNotes Organizer icon

    AllMyNotes Organizer

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    Efficient hierarchical information manager for Windows, offering note storage in a single file with customizable tree structures, password protection with 1800-bit encryption, instant search, a rich text editor, multiple language support, and portable use without installation.

    133 AllMyNotes Organizer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Comments about AllMyNotes Organizer as an Alternative to TreePad
    Guest
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    I usually don't even look at freemium products. When InfoSelect decided their product was more valuable than gold, I moved to AMN. It's free version is ok, the upgrade is worth the money. It is more stable than Treepad, Zim and Cherrytree. There are slight differences between all the "tree" notes programs. Never found one I was entirely satisfied with. AllMyNotes is worth a look.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    It organizes notes hierarchically.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • AllMyNotes Organizer is Freemium and ProprietaryTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    KeepNote

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    KeepNote: note-taking and organization. KeepNote is a note taking application that works on Windows, Linux, and

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    easy outlining
     
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    MyInfo

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    MyInfo is a personal information manager for Windows. It will help you capture, organize, edit and share ideas, documents, tasks, and web pages.

    302 MyInfo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about MyInfo as an Alternative to TreePad
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Imports full structure, including images, from TreePad (the only program I could find that does this -- one or two other programs import the text minus images). Currently (January 2020) on 6th version, so has a long history. Many features including sophisticated searches (called filters in MyInfo). Has 28-day trial. Has support forum.

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

    Offers native TreePad import and has all the features plus more

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

    MyInfo is hands-down a superior product that is professionally maintained and supported. Have been using for over 10 years and MyInfo is my go-to application for everything outlining, organizing, and note-taking. Only downside is that it is a windows-only application. Would love to have flexibility of Ipad/Iphone app as well as Ipad is much more portable and useful in the field than laptop many times.

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    • MyInfo is the most popular commercial alternative to TreePad.

    • MyInfo is Paid and ProprietaryTreePad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • MyInfo is Privacy focusedTreePad is not according to our users
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