CherryTree Alternatives for iPad

CherryTree is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best iPad alternative is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to CherryTree and many of them are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to CherryTree are Joplin, Notion, Microsoft OneNote and Simplenote.

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Obsidian
1223 likes
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.
348 Obsidian alternatives
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Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
Canada
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Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Snapcraft
Microsoft Edge
Google Chrome
Flathub
Safari
AppImage
Mozilla Firefox
Canada
+6
Good alternative?Is Obsidian a good alternative to CherryTree?

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Obsidian vs CherryTree Comments
Positive comment by Sam Lander · Jul 26, 2023
Very similar format. Obsidian will be better for most people as it has many plugins.

CherryTree is faster and open-source.
Positive comment by TBayAreaPat · Aug 19, 2023
I don't see a way to import webpages in Obisidian like I do with CherryTree if you save a webpage as CompleteHtml. I'm still new with it all, but I somehow find CherryTree easier to use and more organized.
Positive comment by andgregorik · Nov 8, 2020
CherryTree feels like an ancient WIP beta of Obsidian. I used to be a CT guy for 2 yrs but as of late 2020 I'm an Obsidian convert. It does everything that CT can but with panache and speed. And of course it does a lot more.
3 of 4 comments
Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
Joplin
946 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.
227 Joplin alternatives
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Note-taking
Todo List Manager
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France
EU
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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
France
EU
+7
Good alternative?Is Joplin a good alternative to CherryTree?

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Joplin vs CherryTree Comments
Negative comment by TBayAreaPat · Aug 19, 2023
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.
Negative comment by distantkay · Dec 11, 2019
It is not hierarchical note
Positive comment by a a · Mar 11, 2022
It supports hierarchical note
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Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceCherryTree is Free and Open Source
Joplin is Lightweight, Minimalistic and DecentralizedCherryTree is not according to our users
Notion
683 likes
Enhance team collaboration and content organization with Notion. Experience real-time access, intuitive drag-and-drop functionalities, and visually simple interfaces designed for productivity in managing tasks, notes, and databases effectively. Ideal for teams of every size.
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Todo List Manager
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United States
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Mac
Windows
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Software as a Service (SaaS)
United States
+9
Good alternative?Is Notion a good alternative to CherryTree?

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Notion vs CherryTree Comments
Comment by TBayAreaPat · Aug 19, 2023
Doesn't work without internet connection
Negative comment by distantkay · Dec 11, 2019
It is not hierarchical note
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Notion is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
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Microsoft OneNote
1149 likes
Comprehensive digital notebook offering organizers, shared notes, multi-device syncing, and optical character recognition, plus cloud-based data management for efficient information handling and accessibility.
237 Microsoft OneNote alternatives
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Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
United States
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Mac
Windows
Online
Android
iPhone
Chrome OS
Windows Phone
iPad
Apple Watch
Android Wear
Kindle Fire
United States
+4
Good alternative?Is Microsoft OneNote a good alternative to CherryTree?

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Microsoft OneNote vs CherryTree Comments
Top Positive Comment by Azazel · May 30, 2020
Sync between devices, snappier interface...
Top Negative Comment by Guest · Feb 12, 2019
Cherrytree is OS independent, runs faster and has better view for tree as OneNote.
Negative comment by RemovedUser · Jan 8, 2021
OneNote hasn't a good search mechanism. When you search for a term the just show the notes where we can find, not the places on the notes, it highlight but don't offers a way to do that easely. Differently from cherrytree.
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Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryCherryTree is Free and Open Source
Simplenote
612 likes
Cloud-based, open-source note-taking app supporting plain text notes, lists, and ideas with real-time sync, multi-device support, version history, markdown, tagging, collaborative editing, no ads, and free registration required for all cloud features.
194 Simplenote alternatives
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Free
Open Source (GPL-2.0)
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Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
United States
Alerts
Discontinued
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
United States
+3
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Automattic ends Simplenote active development, only basic maintenance continues
Simplenote vs CherryTree Comments
Top Positive Comment by Guest · Mar 20, 2018
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.
Top Negative Comment by Guest · Jun 29, 2018
Does not have hierarchical note ability
Negative comment by RemovedUser · Aug 1, 2021
I can't add images to the notes
3 of 5 comments
Simplenote is Free and Open SourceCherryTree is also Free and Open Source
Simplenote is Lightweight and MinimalisticCherryTree is not according to our users
Beaver Notes
77 likes
Your personal note-taking haven for privacy and efficiency.
113 Beaver Notes alternatives
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Free
Open Source (MIT)
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
Italy
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Flathub
Italy
EU
+3
Good alternative?Is Beaver Notes a good alternative to CherryTree?
Dynalist
168 likes
Dynalist is a web app that lets you break down and organize your thoughts in the format of lists.
119 Dynalist alternatives
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Freemium
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
iPad
United States
+7
Good alternative?Is Dynalist a good alternative to CherryTree?
Craft
49 likes
Craft offers document creation with stunning visuals, seamless navigation, and effortless sharing. Nest notes, use AI for summaries, and export in multiple formats.
160 Craft alternatives
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Project Management
Origin
Hungary
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Online
iPhone
iPad
Hungary
EU
+9
Good alternative?Is Craft a good alternative to CherryTree?
Synology Note Station
12 likes
Note Station allows your precious ideas to be synced from your own Synology NAS server device to all your computers and mobile devices with maximum privacy and security.
15 Synology Note Station alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Todo List Manager
Origin
Taiwan
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Google Chrome
Linux
Flathub
Taiwan
Good alternative?Is this a good alternative to CherryTree?
Prism Notes
7 likes
Prism is for quick thoughts and links. It feels like texting, rather than writing in a document. Capture easily, organize with tags, develop ideas across threads, review to keep only what matters. Free — unlimited notes, AI tags, and sync.
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Application type
Note-taking
Platforms
Mac
iPhone
iPad
+6
Good alternative?Is Prism Notes a good alternative to CherryTree?
Moolight
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Moolight is more than just a journal; it's a digital companion designed to make cherishing every moment simpler and more insightful.
Cost / License
Paid
Proprietary
Platforms
iPhone
iPad
Apple Watch
+9
Good alternative?Is Moolight a good alternative to CherryTree?
Daily Journal
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Daily Journal is a secure, customizable diary app to write freely, track moods, relax with breathing, and get daily quotes—your private, calming space for reflection and emotional growth.
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Journaling
Private Diary
Origin
India
Platforms
Android
iPhone
iPad
Android Tablet
India
Good alternative?Is Daily Journal a good alternative to CherryTree?

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