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Lockpad vs Notesnook
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.
Visit Lockpad Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Notesnook combines encrypted note-taking with sharing, app locks, and inbox integrations. The free plan allows unlimited notes, but attachment storage and file size are limited, and full offline mode is a paid-plan feature.
Visit NotesnookThe facts
| Lockpad | Notesnook | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Essential: $1.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 12 |
| Maker | Not published | Notesnook |
| Website | github.com | notesnook.com |
| On secure notes apps | #13 of 30 | #9 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
Notesnook: what it does well
- Unlimited notes on unlimited devices are included free.
- Notes are encrypted before leaving the device.
- Apps and sync server are open source under GPLv3.
- Published notes can be password protected.
- Subscriptions can be cancelled without fees.
What to know first
- Free attachment storage is 50 MB per month.
- Free users have a 10 MB maximum file size.
- Full offline mode is included with paid plans.
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