Side by side
Noted 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 iPhoneMac
Noted combines audio capture, timestamped notes, transcription, and sharing for Apple users. Consider its call-recording restriction and the Google Gemini processing used for AI summaries; Noted+ Monthly is $9.99 a month.
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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.
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| Noted | Tangent | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Noted+ Monthly: $9.99 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | notedapp.io | tangentnotes.com |
| On note-taking apps | #100 of 216 | #104 of 216 |
Noted: what it does well
- Live transcription labels speakers.
- Offline access on iOS and macOS.
- Notes sync through iCloud.
- Exports notes as PDF or plain text.
- Free plan listed as free.
What to know first
- Cannot record phone or FaceTime calls.
- Ask AI requires a supported device with Apple Intelligence.
- Noted+ Monthly is $9.99 a month.
- AI summary text or transcriptions go to Google Gemini.
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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