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Google Keep vs Joplin
Both stand on note-taking apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Google Keep combines notes, reminders, offline access, and shared editing at no cost. Check the shared-note deletion behavior and browser support if those matter to your use.
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Joplin combines offline notes, multiple sync options, and end-to-end encryption. Its paid plans set storage and file-size limits, so check those against the material you plan to keep.
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| Google Keep | Joplin | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Web | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Google Workspace Business Starter: $7 per user a month | Basic: €2.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 5 |
| Maker | Google Keep | Not published |
| Website | keep.google.com | joplinapp.org |
| On note-taking apps | #14 of 216 | #10 of 216 |
Google Keep: what it does well
- Free note-taking across web, Android, and iOS
- Offline edits sync after reconnecting
- Shared notes support real-time collaboration
- Reminders can also appear in Google Tasks and Calendar
What to know first
- Deleting an owned shared note removes it for everyone
- Only the person setting shared-note labels, colors, and pins can see them
- Other browsers may lack features
Joplin: what it does well
- Notes support images, videos, PDFs, and audio.
- Offline access is supported.
- Shared notebooks can be editable or read-only.
- Plans include a 14-day free trial.
What to know first
- Basic storage is limited to 2 GB.
- Basic notes and attachments are limited to 10 MB each.
- Teams has a two-user minimum.
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