Bear Notes
★ 4/5 · Productivity
A Markdown note-taking and writing app for Apple devices that organises notes with hashtags and syncs across iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Pros
- Markdown-first design with 250+ customizable tag icons
- cross-device sync within Apple ecosystem
- OCR search in images/PDFs (Pro)
- encryption with Face ID/Touch ID
Cons
- Apple-exclusive (macOS/iOS/iPadOS only)
- Pro features needed for advanced capabilities
- no collaboration or team sharing
- limited export formats on free tier
Cost
Free (basic Markdown, tags, sync); Bear Pro $2.99/month or $29.99/year
Verdict
Best for Apple users prioritizing privacy and markdown notes with cross-device sync within the Apple ecosystem.
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