Obsidian
Local-first Markdown notes with plugins.
free tierMac, Windows, Linux, mobile
A strong alternative: listed as runner-up for note-taking and second brain.
Why use it
Your notes are plain Markdown files on your own computer, with plugins.
Skip it if you want it all set up for you; Notion is easier to start.
Pricing
Free, no sign-up. Optional Sync $4/user/mo and Publish $8/site/mo (billed yearly). Commercial license $50/user/yr is optional. Checked Oct 14, 2026 on the official pricing page.
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