Side by side
Nextcloud Notes vs Tangent
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+2
Nextcloud Notes keeps notes as accessible Markdown or text files inside Nextcloud, with sharing and multiple client options. Choose it when Nextcloud integration matters more than live collaborative editing.
Visit Nextcloud Notes Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Tangent combines local Markdown files, linked-note navigation, search, and styling controls in a free desktop app. Its open-alpha status and lack of real-time collaboration are important considerations for shared or production note workflows.
Visit TangentThe facts
| Nextcloud Notes | Tangent | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Nextcloud Notes | Not published |
| Website | apps.nextcloud.com | tangentnotes.com |
| On note-taking apps | #108 of 216 | #104 of 216 |
Nextcloud Notes: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Markdown formatting
- Notes remain editable as Nextcloud files
- Web and self-hosted support
- Sharing is supported
What to know first
- No real-time collaboration
- Requires Nextcloud
- Setup requires enabling the app
Tangent: what it does well
- Free and open source under Apache 2.0
- Offline local Markdown storage
- Thread and Map views for linked notes
- Rich Markdown and embedded media support
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
What to know first
- Still in open alpha
- No real-time collaboration
- No free trial because it is always free
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