Free · Local AppProductivity
Obsidian
The honest alternative to Notion— no monthly ransom.
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Category
Productivity
License
FREE LOCAL
Platforms
macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Pricing
Free forever
Why it made the cut
Build your ultimate second brain with a totally customizable local markdown editor. Your notes belong to you and are stored directly on your device.
The Loot
What you're getting
- Data is stored locally in markdown
- Extensive plugin ecosystem
- Powerful graph view
The Catch
Honest trade-offs
- Sync requires paid plan or third party setup
- Takes time to configure to your liking
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Questions from the crew
One payment. One app. One less monthly worry.
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