The Best Typora AlternativesTop Note-taking Tools & Text Editors like Typora

Typora is described as 'A cross-platform Markdown editor providing real-time preview, Focus & Typewriter modes, and support for multiple export formats' and is a very popular Note-taking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Typora for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone and Web-based apps. The best Typora alternative is Obsidian, which is free. Other great apps like Typora are Mark Text, Joplin, Zettlr and Notesnook.

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Typora alternatives are mainly Note-taking Tools, but if you're looking for Text Editors or Todo List Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows + Free + Support for MarkDown. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Typora.
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  1. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     989 likes
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    Privacy-oriented note-taking app for non-linear thinking, blending knowledge graph creation with wiki-style linking. Supports Markdown, end-to-end encryption, and plugins for customization. Offers distraction-free mode, tags, themes, syntax highlighting, and operates offline without tracking.

    110 Obsidian alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Obsidian screenshot 1

    Top Obsidian Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Local Storage
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Graph view
    5.  Bidirectional links
    6.  Mind Mapping
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Personal Information Manager (PIM)
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  Knowledge Management
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Backlink

    Obsidian VS Typora

     
    Comments about Obsidian as an Alternative to Typora
    Top Negative Comment
    Cai
    Nov 8, 2022
    6

    Obsidian does technically provide some similar features to Typora, namely a live-preview markdown editor. However it's not really a text editor like Typora, more a managed note-taking system. You could not really say "I have this markdown file, I'll edit it with Obsidian".

    Most Recent Comment
    Aleksandr Dikov
    Negative Aug 31, 2024
    2

    Obsidian is organizing software. Markdown editing is just a feature. It's not fair enough to say that it's an alternative.

    Tyler Knows Nothing
    Negative Aug 17, 2024
    2

    Obsidian is a comprehensive note-taking app that has support for markdown. Typora is just a markdown editor.

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    • Some users think Obsidian is a great Typora alternative, some don't.

    • Obsidian is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Typora.

    • Obsidian is the most popular free alternative to Typora.

    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryTypora is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Mark Text icon

    Mark Text

     118 likes
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    Open-source Markdown editor on Mac, Windows, and Linux offering real-time preview, clean interface, and various themes. Supports math expressions, exports HTML/PDF, allows image pasting, and more.

    101 Mark Text alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    GitHub Flavored Markdown
    Discontinued

    MarkText is no longer maintained since July 2022. Last version, 0.17.1, released in March 2022, can be still downloaded from GitHub. A fork a being developed here: https://github.com/jacobwhall/marktext

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Clean design
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  WYSIWYG Support
    3.  Real-time inline preview
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Live Preview
    6.  Write files in markdown
    7.  Distraction-free Writing
    8.  Tabbed interface
    9.  Text editing
    10.  Nested Folders
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  No registration required

    Mark Text VS Typora

     
    Comments about Mark Text as an Alternative to Typora
    Top Positive Comment
    ScenicMarathon
    May 22, 2020
    11

    Very similar to Typora, but open source. Moreover it seems that Typora will not be free when the beta ends, while Mark Text will be free forever.

    Most Recent Comment
    Voltra
    Positive Mar 15, 2024
    0

    Very very similar, but the UX is a tiny bit worse (especially if like me you save often or undo/redo often)

    aahmadk
    Positive Aug 22, 2022
    1

    First of all it's free & open source, full WYSIWYG experience, tabbed document editing, and minimum-effort transition for typora users.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Mark Text is a great Typora alternative.

    • Mark Text is the most popular Open Source alternative to Typora.

    • Mark Text is Free and Open SourceTypora is Paid and Proprietary
    • Mark Text is Privacy focused and LightweightTypora is not according to our users
  4. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     827 likes
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    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.

    78 Joplin alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Desktop and mobile apps

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Cloud Sync
    3.  End-to-End Encryption
    4.  Web Clipper
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Local Storage
    7.  File Sync
    8.  Tagging
    9.  Ad-free
    10. Android icon  Android Sync
    11.  Encrypted Notes
    12.  WebDAV Support

    Joplin VS Typora

     
    Comments about Joplin as an Alternative to Typora
    Top Negative Comment
    ScenicMarathon
    May 22, 2020
    9

    Joplin is focused in taking and organizing notes written in markdown, while Typora is a generic markdown editor.

    Most Recent Comment
    Cyber Nautilus
    Negative Jul 12, 2022
    0

    Joplin is a note-taking software whereas Typora is a markdown editor

    Guest
    Negative Nov 27, 2021
    1

    Its not a markdown editor, its a dedicated note taking enviroment

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    • Some users think Joplin is a great Typora alternative, some don't.

    • Joplin is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Typora.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceTypora is Paid and Proprietary
    • Joplin is Privacy focusedTypora is not according to our users
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  6. Zettlr icon

    Zettlr

     225 likes
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    Unified writing platform offering note-taking, easy citations with Zotero integration, LaTeX/Word templates, snippets, themes, dark modes, code highlighting, multi-language support, and knowledge management with Zettelkasten for seamless writing from notes to books.

    160 Zettlr alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Zettlr Main Window (dark mode)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Zettelkasten note method
    3.  File Tagging
    4.  Multiple export options
    5. Zotero icon  Zotero integration
    6.  Note organization
    7.  Link files
    8.  Built-in themes
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Export to LaTeX
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Write files in markdown

    Zettlr VS Typora

     
    Comments about Zettlr as an Alternative to Typora
    Most Recent Comment
    ScenicMarathon
    Positive May 22, 2020
    3

    Zettlr has almost every feature of Typora, but it can do even more. An example is the support to hyperlink to other notes in the same directory (so that it is possible to implement Zettelkasten).

    taylregriffin
    Positive May 13, 2020
    2

    Zettlr is similar to Typora in interface and function, but has better features and is open source.

    Guest
    Positive Jan 28, 2020
    3

    more feature rich, in active development, one can link files (to reference things) and open-source (Typora is not)

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    • Almost everyone thinks Zettlr is a great Typora alternative.

    • Zettlr is Free and Open SourceTypora is Paid and Proprietary
    • Zettlr is Privacy focusedTypora is not according to our users
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    Notesnook

     143 likes
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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.

    257 Notesnook alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • PK flagPakistan

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
    Notesnook screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Encrypted Notes
    2.  Private notes
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Note organization
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Support for MarkDown
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  Cloud Sync
    11.  Web Clipper
    12.  Reminders

    Notesnook VS Typora

     

    • Notesnook is the most popular Web-based & SaaS alternative to Typora.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceTypora is Paid and Proprietary
    • Notesnook is Privacy focusedTypora is not according to our users
  8. Google Keep icon

    Google Keep

     823 likes
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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.

    81 Google Keep alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Sync on many devices
    2.  Visual Organization
    3.  Share notes
    4.  Grocery List
    5.  Web-Based
    6.  Multiplatform
    7.  Photo notes
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Handwritten Notes
    11.  Reminders
    12. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar

    Google Keep VS Typora

     
    Comments about Google Keep as an Alternative to Typora
    takami9871
    Positive Oct 21, 2024
    1

    Google Keep doesn't support Markdown

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    • Google Keep is Free and ProprietaryTypora is Paid and Proprietary
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    ghostwriter

     103 likes
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    ghostwriter is a feature-rich text editor using Markdown syntax which makes it suitable for note-taking, document redaction, simple HTML website creation and much more.

    135 ghostwriter alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    ghostwriter screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Simple text editor
    4.  Stay Focused
    5.  Distraction-free Writing
    6.  Spell Checking
    7.  Live Preview
    8.  Portable
    9.  Writing statistics
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  Works Offline
    12. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX

    ghostwriter VS Typora

     
    Comments about ghostwriter as an Alternative to Typora
    bigbigboy
    Positive Jul 10, 2020
    2

    ghostwriter is a c++ program much faster and better than any electron alternative.

    asaaddxasaadd
    Positive Jan 16, 2024
    1

    pandoc support, qt-based (with c++ at back), under the auspices of kde, but does not depend on their libraries (there are Qt libraries in the archive, but you will have to put up with this)

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    • Almost everyone thinks ghostwriter is a great Typora alternative.

    • ghostwriter is Free and Open SourceTypora is Paid and Proprietary
    • ghostwriter is LightweightTypora is not according to our users
  11. Beaver Notes icon

    Beaver Notes

     50 likes
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    Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.

    52 Beaver Notes alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    Beaver Notes screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Distraction-free
    4.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Support for MarkDown
    5.  No registration required
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Syntax Highlighting
    8.  File Tagging
    9. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX
    10.  Focus Mode
    11.  Note organization
    12.  Tag based

    Beaver Notes VS Typora

     
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    Reor

     30 likes
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    Reor is an AI-powered desktop note-taking app: it automatically links related ideas, answers questions on your notes and provides semantic search. Everything is stored locally and you can edit your notes with an Obsidian-like markdown editor.

    81 Reor alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    Reor screenshot 1

    Reor Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for MarkDown
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  No registration required
    5.  AI-Powered
    6.  Note organization
    7.  Semantic Search

    Reor VS Typora

     
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