The Best Open Source CherryTree AlternativesTop Note-taking Tools & Todo List Managers like CherryTree

The best open source alternative to CherryTree is Joplin. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to CherryTree and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to CherryTree are Zim, AppFlowy, Simplenote and Trilium Notes.

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  1. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     875 likes

    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.

    109 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Comments about Joplin as an Alternative to CherryTree
    TBayAreaPat
    Negative
    0

    Wasn't impressed w/Joplin first time, but now that I have CherryTree, I reinstalled Joplin to compare. I quickly notice that I can't import webpages like with CherryTree complete html import. Then when I paste an article clipping into Joplin, it doesn't show the imported clickable links like CherryTree and Obsidian do. Uninstalling again.

    distantkay
    Negative
    3

    It is not hierarchical note

    a a
    Positive
    1

    It supports hierarchical note

    Joplin icon
    Joplin icon

    • Most users think Joplin is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceCherryTree is Free and Open Source
    • Joplin is Lightweight and MinimalisticCherryTree is not according to our users
  2. Zim icon

    Zim

     511 likes

    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"...

    318 Zim alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Zim screenshot 1
     
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    Comments about Zim as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Top Positive Comment
    LordMax
    4

    Very similar, simplest and use txt files

    miramanee
    0

    I chose Cherytree as an alternative to ZIM. And since I'm now looking for an alternative to Cherrytree, ZIM cannot be the answer. Both have significant shortcomings, especially ZIM.

    Sam Lander
    Positive
    0

    Similar.

    I prefer Zim because it is clean, can portable, and saves to .txt.

    3 of 7 comments
    Zim icon
    Zim icon

    • Almost everyone thinks Zim is a great CherryTree alternative.

    • Zim is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Zim is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
  4. AppFlowy icon

    AppFlowy

     183 likes

    AppFlowy is an open source alternative to Notion. You are in charge of your data and customizations.

    90 AppFlowy alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Rust
    • Flathub
    AppFlowy screenshot 1
     
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    Daino Notes

    Offers fast, distraction-free note-taking via a high-performance editor with real-time Markdown, local-first storage, image support, Kanban task boards, intuitive drag-and-drop, keyboard shortcuts, configurable themes, fast searc...

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  6. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     604 likes

    Made by the company behind WordPress, Simplenote enables users to take notes, lists, and ideas. These notes are stored on the cloud and are accessible across multiple devices.

    114 Simplenote alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Simplenote as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    It is not the equal of cherry notes. It is a great note ap for all three. I have been using cherry tree for several years and it is great. I will use the android version when it comes out. I use simple note with cherry notes and I will continue as it is a good lite weight application and easy to use and quick.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    15

    Does not have hierarchical note ability

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Negative
    1

    I can't add images to the notes

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    Simplenote icon
    Simplenote icon

    • Some users think Simplenote is a great CherryTree alternative, some don't.

    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Simplenote is Lightweight and MinimalisticCherryTree is not according to our users
  7. Trilium Notes icon

    Trilium Notes

     111 likes

    The original trilium is transfered to this repo by its owner and the app continues to develop here as stated here: https://github.com/TriliumNext/Trilium

    374 Trilium Notes alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Trilium Notes screenshot 1
     
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    Comments about Trilium Notes as an Alternative to CherryTree
    miramanee
    Negative
    0

    This program has no sense of data protection. Without even asking a question, it simply installed itself in the secure area of user data. That's not acceptable. I want to be asked what is being installed and where. After all, you also ask where the toilet is and don't just relieve yourself across the apartment.

    Trilium Notes icon
    Trilium Notes icon
    • Trilium Notes is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • Trilium Notes is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
  8. Docmost icon

    Docmost

     44 likes

    Docmost is an open-source collaborative wiki and documentation software. It is an open-source alternative to Confluence and Notion.

    92 Docmost alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    Docmost screenshot 1
     
  11. Turtl icon

    Turtl

     178 likes

    Whether it's bookmarks or passwords, files or shopping lists...Turtl organizes it all and makes it easy to find later. Sync across your devices. Leave nothing behind.

    187 Turtl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
    Turtl screenshot 1
     
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    Comments about Turtl as an Alternative to CherryTree
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Cherrytree has mutch more options (tables, blob-fields) for saving files.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Turtl icon
    Turtl icon

    • Some users think Turtl is a great CherryTree alternative, some don't.

    • Turtl is Freemium and Open SourceCherryTree is Free and Open Source
  12. QOwnNotes icon

    QOwnNotes

     96 likes

    Plain text notepad with markdown support and todo list manager for Linux, Mac OS X and Windows, that works together with the notes application of ownCloud.

    265 QOwnNotes alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Qt
    QOwnNotes main screen
     
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    Comments about QOwnNotes as an Alternative to CherryTree
    RemovedUser
    Positive
    1

    Has a good and fast search, code syntax highlighting. The software is pretty fast, like Cherry Tree and has a lot of format features, tags, hierarchical folders. You can change all the panels in dashboard, fully customizable. There is a dark mode.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    QOwnNotes icon
    QOwnNotes icon
    • QOwnNotes is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
    • QOwnNotes is LightweightCherryTree is not according to our users
  13. Fossify Notes icon

    Fossify Notes

     27 likes

    Introducing Fossify Notes – your ultimate tool for effortless note-taking, organization, and planning. Simplify your life with this intuitive organizer designed to streamline your tasks and ideas effortlessly.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    Fossify Notes screenshot 1
     
  14. Reor icon

    Reor

     33 likes

    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.

    106 Reor alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    Reor screenshot 1
     
  15. Marknote icon

    Marknote

     21 likes

    Marknote lets you create rich text notes and easily organise them into notebooks. You can personalise your notebooks by choosing an icon and accent color for each one, making it easy to distinguish between them and keep your notes at your fingertips.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Marknote screenshot 1
     
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