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Dnote vs Pluto.jl
Both stand on notebook software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+2
Dnote is centered on command-line capture and search, with local SQLite storage and optional self-hosted syncing. Its removed web interface and encryption are important considerations for users choosing a notebook.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPILinux+4
Pluto.jl pairs reactive code cells with notebook-specific environments and export options in a free Julia package. It is a fit for educational work, provided you are prepared to install and run Julia.
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| Dnote | Pluto.jl | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | getdnote.com | plutojl.org |
| On notebook software | #6 of 25 | #2 of 25 |
Dnote: what it does well
- Free and open source under Apache License 2.0.
- Full-text search helps retrieve saved notes.
- Works with terminal or graphical text editors.
- Optional self-hosted server syncs across devices.
- Local notebook data uses SQLite.
What to know first
- The web note-taking interface has been removed.
- End-to-end encryption was removed.
- Cross-device sync requires an optional self-hosted server.
Pluto.jl: what it does well
- Reactive cells rerun when dependencies change.
- Each notebook has its own package environment.
- Notebook files retain environment information.
- Exports notebooks with outputs as HTML or PDF.
- MIT-licensed and free.
What to know first
- Requires Julia to be installed.
- Requires launching Pluto from Julia’s terminal or REPL.
- The listed Julia version range is 1.10 through 1.12.
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