Obsidian
Markdown notes stored as plain files on your own device, with backlinks, a graph view and a large plugin ecosystem.
About Obsidian
In Obsidian’s own words: “The free and flexible app for your private thoughts.”
Obsidian has a free plan and is built with privacy in mind.
People switching from Notion, Evernote, OneNote and Google Keep often consider Obsidian.
Obsidian is an alternative to
Similar to Obsidian
- NotionNotes, docs and databases in one workspace — more structured than Evernote.
- Standard NotesAn end-to-end encrypted notes app focused on privacy and longevity.
- Apple NotesFree notes app built into Apple devices, synced with iCloud.
- JoplinAn open-source note app with a web clipper, Markdown notes and end-to-end encrypted sync.
- Microsoft OneNoteA free notebook-style note app with sections and pages, included with Microsoft 365.
- SimplenotePlain, fast, free notes synced across devices.
- AnytypeA local-first, encrypted workspace for notes and objects that syncs peer-to-peer.
- AppFlowyAn open-source, Notion-style workspace with pages, databases and kanban boards that you can self-host.
Listed for information; LaunchStall isn’t affiliated with Obsidian. The quoted description comes from obsidian.md. Features and plans change — check the official site for current details.