Yojimbo AlternativesNote-taking Tools and other similar apps like Yojimbo

Yojimbo is described as 'Makes keeping all the small (or even large) bits of information that pour in every day organized and accessible' and is a Note-taking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Yojimbo for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Yojimbo alternative is TagSpaces, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Yojimbo are CherryTree, Trilium Notes, Cryptee and Tomboy.

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  1. TagSpaces icon

    TagSpaces

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    Privacy-first, multi-device organizer for files and folders with customizable tags, color labels, note editing in markdown or HTML, Kanban boards, S3 object storage support, web page clipping, vendor lock-in free filename tagging, open source option, and multi-format preview.

    98 TagSpaces alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Cross-platform file tagging
     

    • TagSpaces is the most popular Windows, Mac, Linux & Self-Hosted alternative to Yojimbo.

    • TagSpaces is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Yojimbo.

    • TagSpaces is Freemium and Open SourceYojimbo is Paid and Proprietary
    • TagSpaces is Privacy focusedYojimbo 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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    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 Web-based & SaaS alternative to Yojimbo.

    • Cryptee is Freemium and Open SourceYojimbo is Paid and Proprietary
    • Cryptee is Privacy focused and LightweightYojimbo is not according to our users
  7. Tomboy icon

    Tomboy

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    Tomboy is a desktop note-taking application for Linux, Unix, Windows, and Mac OS X. Simple and easy to use, but with potential to help you organize the ideas and information you deal with every day.

    224 Tomboy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  8. 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
    UpNote screenshot 1
     

    • UpNote is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Yojimbo.

    • UpNote is Freemium and ProprietaryYojimbo is Paid and Proprietary
    • UpNote is LightweightYojimbo is not according to our users
  10. RedNotebook icon

    RedNotebook

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    RedNotebook is a graphical diary and journal helping you keep track of notes and thoughts. It includes a calendar navigation, customizable templates, export functionality and word clouds. You can also format, tag and search your entries.

    171 RedNotebook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    • Xfce
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  11. DEVONthink icon

    DEVONthink

     128 likes
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    Organizes documents, notes, emails, PDFs, and media using AI-powered search, tagging, and OCR. Supports offline use, syncing across macOS and iOS, encryption, web clipping, automation, and customizable grouping for efficient information management.

    157 DEVONthink alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    • DEVONthink is the most popular commercial alternative to Yojimbo.

    • DEVONthink is Paid and ProprietaryYojimbo is also Paid and Proprietary
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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.

    213 wikidPad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  13. 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.

    315 Zoho Notebook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  14. 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.

    168 CintaNotes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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