1️⃣ General Note-Taking Apps
| Tool | Key Features | Pricing | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evernote | Rich text notes, web clipper, document scanning, task lists | Free, Personal from $14.99/mo | evernote.com |
| Microsoft OneNote | Freeform digital notebook, ink annotations, multimedia support | Free with Microsoft account | onenote.com |
| Google Keep | Simple note-taking, reminders, labels, integration with Google ecosystem | Free | keep.google.com |
| Apple Notes | iCloud sync, rich media support, document scanning | Free on Apple devices | apple.com/notes |
| Notion | Notes, databases, wikis, kanban boards, customizable templates | Free, Plus from $8/mo | notion.so |
| Zoho Notebook | Text/audio/image notes, sketch cards, sync across devices | Free | zoho.com/notebook |
| Simplenote | Minimalistic, markdown support, fast sync | Free | simplenote.com |
| Nimbus Note | Document creation, web clipper, tasks, team collaboration | Free, Pro from $4/user/mo | nimbusweb.me |
| Joplin | Open-source, markdown notes, end-to-end encryption, sync options | Free | joplinapp.org |
| Notejoy | Team-friendly notes, real-time collaboration, search & notebooks | Free, Premium from $4/mo | notejoy.com |
2️⃣ Markdown-Based Note-Taking Tools
| Tool | Key Features | Pricing | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obsidian | Local-first, markdown notes, graph view, backlinks | Free, Catalyst from $50 one-time | obsidian.md |
| Bear | Markdown support, hashtags, rich media, export options | Free, Pro from $1.49/mo | bear.app |
| Typora | Minimal WYSIWYG markdown editor, export to various formats | $14.99 one-time | typora.io |
| Standard Notes | Encrypted markdown notes, extensions, cross-platform | Free, Extended from $90/yr | standardnotes.com |
| Zettlr | Markdown editor, citation management, Zettelkasten method | Free, Donations accepted | zettlr.com |
| MarkText | Simple markdown editor, real-time preview | Free, Open source | marktext.app |
| Foam | VS Code extension, knowledge base, markdown support | Free | foambubble.github.io/foam |
| Quiver | Mix text, code, markdown, and LaTeX | $9.99 one-time | happenapps.com/#quiver |
| Laverna | Open-source, markdown notes, privacy-first | Free | laverna.cc |
| Dendron | Hierarchical note-taking within VS Code, markdown notes | Free | dendron.so |
3️⃣ Collaborative Note-Taking Tools
| Tool | Key Features | Pricing | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coda | Documents, tables, automation, collaboration | Free, Pro from $10/mo | coda.io |
| Slite | Team documentation, meeting notes, real-time collaboration | Free, Standard from $8/mo | slite.com |
| Guru | Knowledge management, browser extension, verification workflows | Free, Builder from $5/user/mo | getguru.com |
| Nuclino | Real-time collaboration, wiki-style, graph view, lightweight | Free, Standard from $5/user/mo | nuclino.com |
| Tettra | Internal knowledge management, Slack integration, permissions | Free, Pro from $8.33/user/mo | tettra.com |
| Hugo | Meeting notes, templates, integrations with calendar tools | Free, Pro from $6/user/mo | hugo.team |
| Taskade | Notes, tasks, mind maps, team collaboration | Free, Pro from $5/mo | taskade.com |
| Quip | Team collaboration, spreadsheets, chat integration | From $10/user/mo | quip.com |
| Notion (Teams) | Collaboration, pages, databases, knowledge hubs | Free, Plus from $8/user/mo | notion.so |
| Craft | Notes, documents, sharing, export to PDF/Markdown | Free, Pro from $5/mo | craft.do |
4️⃣ Visual Note-Taking & Mind Mapping Tools
| Tool | Key Features | Pricing | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miro | Collaborative whiteboard, mind mapping, templates | Free, Team from $8/user/mo | miro.com |
| Lucidchart | Flowcharts, mind maps, diagrams | Free, Pro from $7.95/mo | lucidchart.com |
| XMind | Mind mapping, brainstorming, diagram export | Free, Pro from $59.99/year | xmind.net |
| MindMeister | Mind mapping, collaboration, export to PDF/Word | Free, Pro from $6/user/mo | mindmeister.com |
| Coggle | Collaborative mind maps, flowcharts, unlimited diagrams | Free, Awesome from $5/mo | coggle.it |
| Milanote | Visual boards, mood boards, note linking, collaboration | Free, Pro from $9.99/mo | milanote.com |
| Whimsical | Mind maps, flowcharts, wireframes, sticky notes | Free, Pro from $12/user/mo | whimsical.com |
| Zenkit Hypernotes | Collaborative knowledge management, linking notes | Free, Pro from $8/user/mo | zenkit.com |
| Mindomo | Concept maps, outlining, integrations with LMS | Free, Premium from $5.50/mo | mindomo.com |
| Stormboard | Sticky notes, templates, brainstorming, voting | Free, Premium from $10/user/mo | stormboard.com |
