Side by side
Bear vs Disorganized
Both stand on notes apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIExtensioniPhone+2
Bear offers a capable free local-note option and a Pro tier for sync, security, OCR, and extra exports. Its strongest fit is for users working within Apple’s ecosystem.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Disorganized combines broad note formats, synchronization, offline access, and an open-source project. Subscription requirements and external dependencies affect how the web and open-source versions can be used.
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| Bear | Disorganized | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, iPhone, Mac, Web | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Bear Pro (yearly): $29.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Disorganized |
| Website | bear.app | getdisorganized.com |
| On notes apps | #4 of 83 | #8 of 83 |
Bear: what it does well
- Offline note access
- Markdown editor with photos, tables, and to-do lists
- Flexible tags and foldable sections
- Free local notes and document scanning
- Pro offers OCR and expanded exports
What to know first
- Free plan has no iCloud sync
- OCR search requires Bear Pro
- Browser clipper requires the Bear app
- Note titles and tag names remain unencrypted
Disorganized: what it does well
- Notes sync across iOS, Android, and browser
- Offline access available
- Open-source project with GitHub repository
- Encryption at rest by default
- Supports sketches and mind maps
What to know first
- Web app requires a subscription
- Mobile subscription listed at $3.99 monthly
- Some open-source features need external services
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