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

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

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    • 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 Standard Notes
    Top Positive Comment
    3li0
    3

    Just as secure (even more so) if you enable encryption within the application, can also be synchronized to a secure vault via WebDav or your file system (i.e. cryptomator). joplin is completely free, has many configurable options. Standard notes is a competent application, but it is far too expensive for what it does. Go with Joplin you will not regret it.

    Top Negative Comment
    Erik Estrada
    0

    Standard Notes are secure. Joplin has no local security whatsoever. Anyone with access to your computer can access everything in done in Joplin

    tunnar13
    Positive
    1

    Standard Notes is more stable than Joplin

    3 of 5 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Joplin is a great Standard Notes alternative.

    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Joplin is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  2. Logseq icon

    Logseq

     317 likes

    Local-first, privacy-focused notebook supporting Markdown and Emacs Org mode. Offers offline use, encrypted backups, plugin extensibility, LaTeX support, real-time collaboration, and hierarchical organization for personal knowledge management.

    167 Logseq alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
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    Comments about Logseq as an Alternative to Standard Notes
    justtempo
    Negative
    0

    it dont support cloud sync for free

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    • Logseq is Free and Open SourceStandard Notes is Freemium and Open Source
    • Logseq is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  4. Notesnook icon

    Notesnook

     175 likes

    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.

    297 Notesnook alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Notesnook as an Alternative to Standard Notes
    Malaz YI
    Positive
    0

    They're pretty much similar to each other, except that NoteNook is more generous giving you the folder organization feature for free. And the UI also looks better. So if you're not willing to pay for a note taking app but also want something that is open-source and secure, and provided your notes are just plain text, then this is the best option on the market.

    Abdullah Atta
    Positive
    -2

    The best thing about Notesnook is that it works the same across all devices unlike Standard Notes. It's also pretty cheap, tbh. Love it so far.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Notesnook is a great Standard Notes alternative.

    • Notesnook is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Notesnook is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
  5. 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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Simplenote as an Alternative to Standard Notes
    Alabaster3632
    Negative
    2

    Does not have encryption and even the apps site itself says to do not store sensitive information. The app uses trackers too.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Focus on simple strong features, very good customer service, no mess, strong privacy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    legala
    Positive
    0

    Compared with the free version of Standard Note I have a much better experience with Simplenotes (fast, easy to learn, auto recognition of URLs, efficient realtime synchronisation including collaborative). Did not tried the payed version of Standard Notes as doing so I should also give a correlated contribution to all other softwares I am using wich would make a total of many times my income.

    Simplenote icon
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    • Most users think Simplenote is a great Standard Notes alternative.

    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceStandard Notes is Freemium and Open Source
    • Simplenote is LightweightStandard Notes is not according to our users
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    Cryptee

     103 likes

    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.

    72 Cryptee alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  9. 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

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
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  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
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    Comments about Turtl as an Alternative to Standard Notes
    C.A.
    Positive
    1

    Encrypted in-motion and at-rest.

    Turtl icon
    Turtl icon

    • Most users think Turtl is a great Standard Notes alternative.

    • Turtl is Freemium and Open SourceStandard Notes is also Freemium 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Qt
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  13. DeepNotes icon

    DeepNotes

     47 likes

    DeepNotes is an open source, end-to-end encrypted visual note-taking app with deep page navigation and live collaboration. Create mind maps, diagrams, kanban boards, among others. Infinite nesting of infinite canvases.

    85 DeepNotes alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Family tree
     
  14. Trudido icon

    Trudido

     14 likes

    Offline in-device task manager and note app featuring smart creation, advanced organization, calendar and list views, Markdown notes, secure SHA-256 encryption, Material You theming, multiple color themes, no tracking or ads, and import/export for total ownership.

    36 Trudido alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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12 of 59 Standard Notes alternatives