Apps similar to Zettlr include Obsidian, which has a free version. Other options are Joplin, Logseq, Notesnook and AppFlowy. Note-taking Tools like Zettlr are a crowded field, with more than 100 alternatives for Mac, Windows, Linux, the web and iPhone.
Otterly opens a folder of Markdown notes on your computer. You can write in a rich editor, search your notes, follow wiki links, see backlinks, keep notes open in tabs, and save checkpoints with Git. Your notes stay as ordinary files you can open with other tools.
A fast, keyboard-driven scratchpad for Linux with smart calculator, currency conversion, OCR, timers, and 14+ themes. Built for KDE Plasma & GNOME with Qt6.
Türkiye
Lightweight markdown viewer and editor for Mac and Windows that opens any .md file and renders it cleanly, with editing, autosave, and export. iOS and Android coming soon.
Singapore
NuvoPad is a powerful markdown editor for Windows that prioritizes speed, privacy, and simplicity. Built with Rust and SQLite, it offers lightning-fast performance while keeping all your data stored locally on your device.
France
EU
Free book writing editor with AI co-author, story bible, character tracking, and chapter management. The Scrivener alternative that lives in your browser.
Canada
NormNote is a minimalist, distraction-free Markdown editor built for focus and privacy. All notes are stored directly on your device — no accounts, no forced cloud sync. If you want to sync across devices, simply point NormNote to your iCloud or Google Drive folder.
Thailand
