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Livescribe+ vs Xournal++
Both stand on handwritten notes software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhone
Visit Livescribe+ Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Xournal++ provides a capable local workspace for handwritten journals and PDF markup, with plugin and audio options. Its file-link behavior and PDF export limits are important considerations for document workflows.
Visit Xournal++The facts
| Livescribe+ | Xournal++ | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | livescribe.com | xournalpp.github.io |
| On handwritten notes software | #14 of 18 | #10 of 18 |
Livescribe+: what it does well
Xournal++: what it does well
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Supports pressure-sensitive styluses and tablets
- Includes handwriting, shape, image, and LaTeX tools
- Exports journals to PDF, SVG, and PNG
- Supports Lua plugins and note-linked audio
What to know first
- Mobile support is limited
- Separate PDF backgrounds can break when moved
- Exported PDF annotations cannot be edited
- Built-in PDF pop-up notes and forms are not preserved
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