Best Free Note-Taking Apps of 2024

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    MinutesLink Reviews
    AI note taker for online calls. Get human-accurate minutes for every meeting. This AI-powered meeting assistant makes your virtual meetings more organized and productive by recording, transcribing, and generating human-accurate minutes for every call. It ensures you never miss a detail, even if you can't attend. MinutesLink is ideal for remote team collaboration. It helps colleagues stay in sync, organize meetings efficiently and boost productivity. Key Features: - Automated Meeting Attendance - Accurate Transcriptions - Instant Meeting Minutes - Unlimited storage for all your recordings. - Multilingual Support: Supports 50+ languages - Concurrent Meeting Capture - Coming Soon - Digital Avatar: Get a personalized AI clone to manage meetings, handle tedious tasks, and monetize your expertise. MinutesLink is ideal for: - Managers, streamline your meeting processes to increase team productivity. - HR and Recruitment Professionals: Keep accurate notes of team discussions and candidate interviews. - Sales Managers can easily track client meetings and sales calls. - Consultants and Educators Document client interactions, project meetings Stay organized and boost your productivity. Try MinutesLink for free!
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    Outline Reviews

    Outline

    Gorillized Corporation

    $4.99
    4 Ratings
    Outline is the ultimate productivity-boosting note-taking app for your Mac, iPad and iPhone. It allows you sync, organize and capture notes on all your devices. Importing and exporting is seamless with OneNote. You can add images to PDFs, annotate them, and organize your files with tags and folders. Outline gives you the option to store your files locally or in the cloud. This powerful app will help you improve your note-taking abilities and give you full control of your digital workspace.
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    MeisterNote Reviews
    Write here. Write Now. MeisterNote is a beautiful and intuitive documentation software that allows teams to organize written information together. MeisterNote's powerful content creation and editing capabilities along with intuitive collaborative functionality can revolutionize online documentation and improve how your team processes information. This documentation tool is ideal for team knowledge bases and meeting management, internal communication, project documentation, and many other purposes. You can use file embeds to seamlessly integrate your existing documentation into MeisterNote. You can also choose from more than 15 content block styles to make your notes stand out among the rest. MeisterNote is part of the Meister Suite and integrates with MindMeister, an online tool for mind mapping, and MeisterTask to manage tasks and ensure flawless workflows.
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    mymind Reviews
    Your new mind analyzes articles, images and websites and tags them automatically for you so you can find it easily later. You can save anything, including images, links, videos, notes, PDFs, quotes, articles, and PDFs. You can access the service from your computer, phone or the internet. Remember, everything is private. Nobody can see what you're thinking. Mymind is only for your eyes. It's a mental sigh. We go above and beyond to protect your privacy and integrity. Our company is run independently by a passionate group. No investors or stakeholders can distract us from our vision. We only report to you. We don't track you or use intrusive advertising, unlike most companies. Your mind should be somewhere you can trust. 85% of the notes we capture have less than 140 characters. These are quick notes and reminders that are often written on-the-go. This renders large documents, folders, or categories useless.
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    Notejoy Reviews

    Notejoy

    Monki Labs

    $4 per user per month
    1 Rating
    Notejoy makes it easy to collaborate in real-time, across time zones, or both. Use Notejoy's powerful search and quick find to find exactly what your looking for. Flexible workspaces for clients and projects Flexible team libraries enable you to create workspaces for both internal and external clients. You can collaborate in real-time, so there is only one conversation. You can create team libraries of any size, mix, or by company, project, client, and many other factors. You can manage permissions for who can view, comment, and edit. Content digests allow you to stay up-to-date with what's hot and being worked on. You can share and edit content in real-time with your team to keep everyone up-to date. To keep projects moving, you can share files, link resources, or have discussions.
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    Mem Reviews

    Mem

    Mem.ai

    $10 per month
    1 Rating
    Capture and access information anywhere. Lightning fast capture. Search is always on. Seamless collaboration. It's as easy as Apple Notes, powered by a collaborative graph data base. You can import anything into Mem by pressing one key, then type to create a new Mem and send SMS from anywhere. As you type, add lightweight organization. For fluid information flow, eliminate rigid hierarchies. Use the @ sign to share anything and begin editing together live. Transform individual learnings into collective intelligence. You have the most current information available to you, even if you're not using Mem. You have something to read later? Add it to your Inbox. You can snooze notifications until tomorrow morning, or for 27 minutes. In a matter of seconds, you can go from 0 to 60. Your headspace is yours. You can find anything by pressing one key. You can remember it if you forget it. Create knowledge and share it. Say goodbye to folders.
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    Napkin Reviews
    Napkin transforms your text into visuals, so you can quickly and effectively share your ideas. Napkin doesn't need prompts, it works directly from the text. Napkin will generate the most relevant visuals from your text. You can then choose the one that best reflects what you want to say. Napkin visuals can be fully edited, so you are able to adjust the content and style of your images. You can add or swap icons in our extensive database. Accentuate style with these smart and versatile connectors. Connectors that are dynamic and can connect to anything. Colors that look great in both light and dark modes. Visuals created with Napkin can easily be used anywhere. Auto-generated infographics and diagrams will engage your audience. Napkin transforms your existing text into visuals such as diagrams, charts and scenes. Imagine having a personal expert at your fingertips to bring your ideas into life.
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    Joplin Reviews
    Joplin is an open-source note taking and todo application that can manage a large number notes in a notebook. You can search the notes and copy, tag, and modify them from either the application or your own text editor. The notes are in Markdown format. Joplin can import Evernote notes via.enex files. This includes the formatted content (which has been converted to Markdown), resources (images and attachments, etc.). Complete metadata (geolocation and updated time, created times, etc.) Plain Markdown files are also possible to be imported. The notes can be synchronized using various cloud services such as Nextcloud, Dropbox and OneDrive. Notes, tags, and other metadata can be synchronized with cloud services such as Nextcloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, WebDAV, and File System (for example, with a network directory). Plain text files can be easily inspected, backed-up, and moved around. The application is available on Windows, Linux, macOS and Android.
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    Traverse Reviews

    Traverse

    Traverse

    $9/month/user
    1 Rating
    Traverse is a visual learning tool which combines note-taking, mind mapping, and spaced repetition flashcards. Our cognitive science-based learning method helps you to grasp complex topics and retain them for the rest of your life. WHY CHOOSE TRANSVERSE? Traverse is a tool that helps humans learn. It captures the entire learning cycle, whereas other tools only capture a portion. From the initial idea to the AHA moment to a clear and memorable mental image. Visually mapping your notes allows you to see the whole picture • To master the most difficult subjects, use color coding, links, and grouping • Excellent recall with our spaced repetition algorithm, which helps you revise at an optimal time • Dig deeper, connect all your learning content and resources, text, PDF, audio and images, code blocks and Latex math formulas - • Create flashcards quickly from any item by selecting it and creating an cloze (fill in the blank)
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    Zoho Notebook Reviews
    Top Pick
    The best note-taking app for all devices. Different types of notes need to be treated differently. Each Note Card type is made to match the type of note that you are taking. With Text Card, you can list, record, sketch, and capture what you need to keep track of. Securely share your notes with co-workers and friends. You can securely share notes and collaborate with people you trust. It syncs to your cloud and across all devices so it's the Notebook you won't lose. It's always backed up and always up-to-date. We don't sell your information. We don't do ads. Our business model allows us to act in your best interests while securely storing and protecting your data.
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    Notion Reviews
    Top Pick

    Notion

    Notion Labs

    $4 per user per month
    22 Ratings
    All-in-one workspace You can write, plan, collaborate, or get organized. All you need in one tool is Notion. Notion is lightweight, fast, and completely distraction-free. The interface disappears as soon as you start typing, leaving your work unaffected. Do you love keyboard shortcuts? All of Notion's features are at your fingertips so you can stay on track. You can outline your ideas and then arrange them in any order. Notion's editor makes it easy to organize your thoughts and create daily plans. To start a conversation, comment on any topic. When you need feedback, mention your coworkers. Get more done across timezones. Personal productivity can be increased. Write better. You will think more clearly. Stay organized. Slack allows too many insights to slip through the cracks. Your team's long-term memory is Notion. You can use the Slack integration for sharing updates with your team members. Figma designs to showcase? Check out financial projections using Google Sheets. Notion integrates them all, along with 50+ other apps. It's the hub of all knowledge for your team.
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    Evernote Reviews
    Top Pick

    Evernote

    Evernote

    $2.70 per user per month
    54 Ratings
    Your notes. Organized. It's effortless. Notes can be taken anywhere. You can find information faster. You can share your ideas with anyone. Evernote is your note-taking app. Evernote can be used to keep track of everything. You can manage everything, from large projects to private moments. Keep track of ideas and inspiration using voice, notes, and photos. Never lose sight of your deadlines and tasks. You can use Evernote at work, home, or anywhere else. Evernote's pricing and plans are tailored to your needs. You can plan, keep track, and manage your projects from any device, even offline. You can easily manage clients, deadlines, clients, meetings, and projects. Register for a free account and choose a plan that suits your needs. You can add attachments, take notes, or clip web pages. All in one place. You can organize your notes in your own way. You can organize your notes using tags, notebooks, or our powerful search. Manage projects, take notes during meetings, set reminders and edit documents.
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    Google Keep Reviews
    Top Pick
    * Capture, edit and share your notes anywhere, anytime. * Add notes, photos, audio, and lists to Keep. * Label and color your notes. * Set and forget. Remind yourself about a note at just the right place and time. * Record a voice note and have it automatically transcribed. * Use the image's text to quickly locate that note again using search. You need to remember to get groceries? You can set a location-based reminder so that you have a visual reminder to grab your grocery list when you get to the supermarket. Do you need to complete a task? To make sure you don't forget anything, set a time-based reminder. Share your shopping list with Keep so items can be checked off as you go. No need to send text messages back-and-forth. Get things done faster together.
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    FuseBase Reviews
    Top Pick

    FuseBase (formerly Nimbus)

    $99
    13 Ratings
    FuseBase allows you to communicate and collaborate with both your team and clients. Create your Organization, and invite your team members to it. Create super documents with a wide range of integration options. Add and manage tasks to your team. Comment on them and chat directly in your workspaces. Empower yourself and your team to complete tasks faster, with fewer meetings and iterations. Nimbus Business gives you more chances to increase your brand awareness. AI can improve your workflow. Nimbus AI is a powerful tool that will transform the way you manage time. Create content from scratch or enhance existing content. Get personalized recommendations. You can benefit from an AI assistant who is always available in your work hub.
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    Obsidian Reviews

    Obsidian

    Obsidian

    $25 one-time payment
    3 Ratings
    Obsidian, a powerful knowledge database, works on top a local folder of plaintext Markdown files. Human brains are non-linear. We move from one idea to the next all the time. Your second brain should function in the same way. Obsidian makes it easy to make and follow "connections". You can take your notes like a gardener and then, at the end of each day, you can sit back and admire your knowledge graph. Note-taking can be very personal. You've tried every app and there's always something wrong. You deserve better. Obsidian was built to be extensible. You can quickly set up your own toolkit with 22 core plugins or 149 community plugins. Once Obsidian reaches version 1.0, you'll be able install third-party plugins and build your own. The sky is the limit. Cloud services can be shut down, bought or changed privacy policies at any time. The last thing you want are proprietary formats and data lock in. Obsidian stores your data in a local folder.
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    Apple Notes Reviews
    Top Pick
    Notes is a great place to quickly jot down thoughts or to save long notes with checklists, images and web links. iCloud makes it easy to sync all your devices so you always have your notes.
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    Dynalist Reviews

    Dynalist

    Dynalist

    $7.99 per month
    1 Rating
    The best app to outline your best work. Brilliant ideas are captured, developed, and realized. Dynalist is simple and feature-rich. The interface is simple and doesn't clutter up. You only need the tools you need. You can see the demo by yourself. All panes are able to be closed so you can focus on organizing and outlining. Don't be intimidated by the features! They're all there to help you do the best work possible.
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    Milanote Reviews
    It's easy to add your thoughts and ideas to a board with simple text editing and task management. Milanote supports all file types, including JPGs and PDFs, Word, Excel, common designs files, and many others. Everything you save in Milanote will be available for you to organize as soon you return to your computer. You can add text notes, photos from the camera, and links from your browser to organize them into visually stunning visual boards. Milanote's mobile applications for Android and iPhone are natively designed and optimized for speed. Photos taken in Milanote are automatically synced with the cloud and made available to you as soon as your computer is back online. Simple to-do lists will help you organize your workflow. You can sync tasks instantly across all your devices so everything stays on track no matter where you are. Milanote integrates with your web browser so you can instantly send any image, video, or website to your boards.
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    Nebo Reviews
    The world's most powerful write-to-text converter can transform handwritten notes into professional documents. Add PDFs to your notebooks. Mark them up, then export to PDF with your annotations. You can draw and write freely on an infinite canvas. Then, you can copy the content to reuse on other pages or other apps. Nebo makes note-taking easier, more efficient, and more fun, from the boardroom to the lecture hall, daily diary to project plan, boardroom to lecture hall, and even the lecture hall. You can take your notes everywhere. Get the companion app for iPhone and read, search, and share content wherever you go. Enjoy Nebo on your Apple silicon devices by downloading the app! Available for free in the App Store's iPhone and iPad apps section. Highlights can be added to titles, as well as color, bold, and underlined text. To change the color of highlights or words, strokes, strokes, diagram shapes, and math symbols, touch and hold the marker.
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    Otter.ai Reviews

    Otter.ai

    Otter.ai

    $8.33 per month
    2 Ratings
    Otter is where conversations are. With Otter, your AI-powered assistant, you can create rich notes for interviews, meetings, lectures, and other important voice conversation. The Otter advantage is a benefit for organizations. Otter is trusted by all sizes of teams to transcribe important conversations. Otter 2.0, our shiny new release, offers more functionality to enhance collaboration and productivity. The Teams plan is designed for small and medium-sized businesses as well as teams in larger companies. You can record and review your conversations in real-time. You can search, play, edit, organize and share your conversations on any device. Otter allows you to record conversations on your smartphone or web browser. You can import or sync recordings from other services. Zoom can be integrated. Real-time streaming transcripts are available. Within minutes, rich, searchable notes can be created with text, audio, images and speaker ID. To inform others and stay on the same page, you can share or export voice notes.
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    Hypernotes Reviews

    Hypernotes

    Axonic Informationssysteme

    Free
    Hypernotes makes it easy to express your knowledge in a natural manner. It's easy to create, expand, and - perhaps most importantly - it's easy for others to understand. All your notes, tutorials and intranets, books and scripts, articles, research, and other materials have a new home. Everything is connected. Your knowledge is connected. You can easily create a semantic network with Hypernotes. The result? The result? Less text and more understanding. Your team is essential when your projects grow in size and become more successful. This is also true for knowledge bases. Hypernotes offers powerful task management features. You can share and assign writing-related tasks to your friends, family, and colleagues. The most important steps in content creation are not at your desk, but out there, in real life.
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    xTiles Reviews

    xTiles

    xTiles Inc

    $8
    An app that allows you to take web notes. It combines the best of whiteboards and text editors. Use cards and tabs to organize your thoughts, think, and write. All of your ideas can be arranged and enriched in one place. You can create an infinite canvas that allows cards to look like sticky notes. They are thought units with clear borders that are displayed on a white, squeaky-clean canvas. We chose clear-cut, intuitive functions to prevent the document becoming more messy as the cards increase in number. These include drag'n-drops, deep dive, tabs within a file, embedded images, videos, and hyperlinks, as well as sub-pages. Users are able to navigate easily and have a well-organized space. Instead of providing scattered information, the tool provides a bird's eye view of the cards and creates the big picture. Our app provides a space for collaboration between teams, sharing cards and exchanging ideas.
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    tabExtend Reviews

    tabExtend

    tabExtend

    $4 per month
    Stop wasting your time jumping from tab to tab in your browser. Drag and drop tabs you don't use right now or with one click. Open another tab. Do not lose your mind while you wait for another app to load. You can simply open a new tab, start typing notes and to do's, then combine them with your saved tabs. Or move them into categories or groups as you like. Your workspaces are automatically synced to the cloud so that you have access to all of your data from different devices. For real-time collaboration, invite friends/colleagues. You can save, close, and open groups of tabs. Drag and drop or right-click any page to save. You can arrange everything into groups, categories, and workspaces. Create groups that are populated with bookmarks and top sites. Use the search modal to quickly find what you're looking for.
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    TagSpaces Reviews

    TagSpaces

    TagSpaces UG

    $39 per year
    TagSpaces is a cross-platform, privacy-aware file manager and browser that has some note-taking capabilities. It allows you to organize your files and folders using tags and colors. You can download it for Windows, macOS Linux and Android. The TagSpaces Web Clipper allows you to collect web pages, bookmarks and geo-coordinates as well as screenshots from the Web. The built-in Markdown editor allows you to create notes that include tables, math formulas, todo lists and diagrams. TagSpaces can be connected to any folder on your hard disk and allow you to quickly browse its contents. You can add labels also known as tags to any folder or file. In the Pro version, you can also add descriptions and geotags to files and folders. Geo-tagged files or photos can be placed on a digital map. In the Pro version you can also turn every folder into a Kanban board, which allows you to represent process with the help of cards(files) and columns(folders). Cross-references can be achieved by using tags in the folder hierarchy. You can search for files using any combination of tags with the built-in search. TagSpaces can also browse files placed on S3 compatible object storage like from Wasabi or AWS S3.
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    Scrintal Reviews

    Scrintal

    Scrintal

    $5/month/user
    Scrintal is a visual note-taking, mind-mapping and visual note-taking tool that allows people to clearly think and write creatively. It's an online whiteboard that allows you to visually organize, group and connect your thoughts. You can view both the high-level overview as well as details of your notes in one place. Scrintal is a mind map that allows you to add images and media, and connect them via backlinks. Scrintal is a visual solution to personal knowledge management.
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