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Notesnook vs UpNote

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.

Notesnook

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.

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UpNote

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

UpNote offers wide platform coverage, offline access, sharing, and many import or integration targets. Users must weigh the 50-note free limit and the unusual listed monthly Lifetime price.

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The facts

NotesnookUpNote
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, WindowsAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planEssential: $1.99 a monthPremium Monthly: $1.99 a month
Plans published123
MakerNotesnookUpNote
Websitenotesnook.comgetupnote.com
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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.

UpNote: what it does well

  • Works across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows
  • Offline note access is supported
  • Notes can be shared
  • Free plan allows 50 notes
  • Integrates with many note services

What to know first

  • Real-time collaboration is not supported
  • Free plan is limited to 50 notes
  • Premium Lifetime is listed at $39.99 a month

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