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Leanote vs Sammells
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.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Leanote combines extensive writing tools with sharing, backups, blogging, and team collaboration. Check the post-trial limits and plan details before choosing it for ongoing multi-device use.
Visit Leanote Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
Sammells combines semantic search, transcription, collaboration, linked notes, and version history across desktop and mobile platforms. Its free desktop plan is distinct from paid mobile access, so mobile pricing and data practices should be part of your decision.
Visit SammellsThe facts
| Leanote | Sammells | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | 套餐一（云笔记私有部署）: 1,980 CNY a year | Mobile annual: $99 a year |
| Plans published | 20 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | leanote.com | sammells.com |
| On note-taking apps | #75 of 216 | #71 of 216 |
Leanote: what it does well
- Markdown and rich-text editors
- Notes backed up on each save
- Real-time team collaboration
- Blog publishing with customizable themes
- Web, desktop, and mobile access
What to know first
- Free plan loses syncing after trial
- History and blogging removed from free plan
- Paid plan prices often unlisted
- Some collaboration features require cloud edition
Sammells: what it does well
- Semantic search finds notes by meaning
- Voice transcription runs on the device
- Real-time note collaboration is available
- Every edit has saved history
- Desktop plan is free
What to know first
- Mobile access requires a purchase
- Mobile monthly plan costs $10 a month
- Mobile annual and lifetime prices are unlisted
- The service collects note and usage data
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