Notable
★ 3/5 · Other
Free desktop Markdown note-taking app that stores notes as plain local .md files, aimed at developers who want full control over their data.
Pros
- Completely free desktop markdown editor with GitHub Flavored Markdown, KaTeX, and Mermaid diagram support
- VS Code-quality editor with multi-cursor editing and syntax highlighting built-in
- Portable—notes stored as plain files on disk enabling Git sync and third-party editing
Cons
- Mobile apps (with cloud sync and end-to-end encryption) require paid subscriptions
- Desktop-only availability currently
- Web app still in development
- No built-in cloud storage or offline sync on free desktop version
Cost
Free desktop; paid mobile apps (pricing not yet specified); web app in development
Verdict
Best for developers and technical writers who want portable, version-controlled notes without vendor lock-in or subscriptions.
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