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Top Note-taking & Knowledge Bases like AppFlowy

The most popular alternative to AppFlowy is Logseq, which has a free version. Other great alternatives to AppFlowy are Joplin.

Most alternatives to AppFlowy are in the Note-taking & Knowledge Bases category, compared here by price, platform and features.

AppFlowy alternatives
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  1. Logseq is a privacy-first outliner that stores notes locally in Markdown or Org files, with bidirectional links, journals and whiteboards.

    7 Logseq alternatives

    Pros

    • Notes live in local Markdown or Org files that you fully own
    • Bidirectional links, block references and daily journals
    • Free and open source, with a plugin ecosystem

    Cons

    • Outliner-only structure is a poor fit for long-form writing
    • Can slow down with very large graphs
    • Syncing between devices takes extra setup
    Cost / License
    FreeOpen source
  2. Joplin is an open source note-taking app with Markdown notes, notebooks, end-to-end encrypted sync and a web clipper.

    11 Joplin alternatives

    Pros

    • Open source, with Markdown notes stored in an open format
    • End-to-end encrypted sync via Dropbox, OneDrive, WebDAV or Joplin Cloud
    • Web clipper and plugins extend the core app

    Cons

    • Interface feels dated next to newer note apps
    • Sync setup takes more effort than turnkey services
    • No web app for reaching your notes from a browser
    Cost / License
    FreemiumOpen source

AppFlowy vs its alternatives at a glance

Pricing, platforms and the key features of AppFlowy, compared with its most popular alternatives.

AppFlowy vs its alternatives at a glance
AppPricingPlatformsAI assistantOffline modeReal-time collaborationTemplates
AppFlowyFreemiumOpen sourceWindows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Self-hosted
LogseqFreeOpen sourceWindows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android
JoplinFreemiumOpen sourceWindows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android

AppFlowy alternatives: frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to AppFlowy?

The most popular alternative to AppFlowy is Logseq: Open source outliner and knowledge graph. Other great alternatives are Joplin.

Is there a free alternative to AppFlowy?

Yes, 2 alternatives are free or have a free plan, including Logseq and Joplin.

Is there an open source alternative to AppFlowy?

Yes, 2 open source alternatives are listed, including Logseq and Joplin.

Is AppFlowy free?

AppFlowy has a free plan, with paid plans that unlock more features.

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