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NotionMust tryVerified
4.54 reviewsadded 2026
Freemium
From $10/mo
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30 Note Taking tools, ranked by readers
Every listed tool supports Note Taking. The order comes from 14 reader votes, never who paid. 22 have a free way in.
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Top 5, side by side
The 5 most-voted tools on the facts readers ask about.
| Fact | #1 Notion | #2 YouAreMe | #3 Obsidian | #4 Evernote | #5 Microsoft OneNote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reader votes | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Rating | 4.5 (4) | 5.0 (18) | Not rated yet | Not rated yet | 4.0 (1) |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium | Paid | Freemium |
| Starts at | $10/mo | Custom pricing | $4/mo | $14.99/mo | Custom pricing |
| Free way in | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Saves | 24 | 41 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Added | 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2026 | 2026 |
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Median entry price $10/moCheapest paid $3/moFree plan available 22 of 30
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YouAreMeMust tryVerified
5.018 reviewsadded 2025
Freemium
Custom pricing
3
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From $4/mo
4
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Paid
From $14.99/mo
5
4.01 reviewadded 2026
Freemium
Custom pricing
6
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Freemium
From $15/mo
7
5.01 reviewadded 2026
Freemium
Custom pricing
8
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Paid
From $19/yr
9
5.01 reviewadded 2025
Freemium
From $14/mo
10
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Paid
From $16.99/mo
11
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Paid
From $8/mo
12
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Freemium
From $9.99/mo
13
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From $19/mo
14
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Paid
Custom pricing
15
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Freemium
From $10/mo
16
5.01 reviewadded 2026
Freemium
From $249/mo
17
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Freemium
From $9.99/mo
18
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From €21/mo
19
4.01 reviewadded 2026
Freemium
From $8/mo
20
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Paid
From $9.99/mo
21
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
Custom pricing
22
5.01 reviewadded 2025
Freemium
From $16.99/mo
23
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Freemium
From $8.33/mo
24
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Paid
From $89 one-time
25
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From $8/mo
26
smryCheapest
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From $3/mo
27
5.01 reviewadded 2025
Freemium
Custom pricing
28
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
From $10/mo
29
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2025
Paid
From $15/mo
30
Not ratedno reviews yetadded 2026
Freemium
Custom pricing
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- 6Jake BostonRising Star
I used to struggle with taking notes during online meetings, so I started using tl;dv to record meetings and generate transcripts. Then I organize everything in Notion to keep my notes tidy.
- 0Gunel IbadovaLegend
How accurate are the transcripts in tl;dv? Do you usually need to edit them after meetings?
- 1Haaland KRising Star
I like your workflow. I've been using tl;dv too, but I usually keep my notes in Google Docs. I'll definitely give Notion a try. I've also been exploring YouAreMe lately and it's been a fun way to journal and connect with other people's stories.
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How many Note Taking tools are there?
Siteefy's live index currently tracks 30 Note Taking tools, with 16 added in 2026. The count updates automatically as tools are published or retired.
What is the best Note Taking tool right now?
Notion holds the top spot on this list, rated 4.5 stars by the community. The ranking comes from reader votes, so the leader changes as votes come in.
Are there free Note Taking tools?
Yes. 22 offer a free plan alongside paid tiers. Notion is the highest-ranked option with a free way in.
How much do Note Taking tools cost?
Paid plans start at $3/mo (smry). Each row in the list above shows the tool's pricing model and starting price.
How is this Note Taking list ranked?
By reader votes: every vote moves a tool up or down, star ratings come from community reviews, and anyone can vote, review a tool, or suggest one that is missing.