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Lockpad vs MadNotes
Both stand on secure 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 Self-hostedWeb
Lockpad offers a self-hosted, single-person notes setup with organization, search, encryption, and import and export options. Its Docker requirement and lack of user accounts make it a fit for individual use rather than collaborative note-taking.
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MadNotes offers a focused way to write and organize Markdown notes, with a local free option and paid sync features. The single-document Free Starter limit is worth considering if you need to keep several notes.
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| Lockpad | MadNotes | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Premium: $3 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | madnotes.app |
| On secure notes apps | #13 of 30 | #17 of 30 |
Lockpad: what it does well
- Runs on hardware you own
- Supports folders, tags, backlinks, and pinned notes
- Browser-based encryption for individual notes
- Imports from Google Keep and Standard Notes
What to know first
- Requires Docker for self-hosting
- One password for the whole installation
- No user accounts or real-time collaboration
- Locked notes cannot be exported while locked
MadNotes: what it does well
- Free Starter includes one document without registration
- Markdown formatting includes heading and list hotkeys
- Notes can be stored locally and used offline
- Premium offers encrypted cloud synchronization
What to know first
- Free Starter is limited to a single document
- Synchronization and multiple documents are Premium features
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