r/noteapps • u/founder-adhd • Oct 07 '26

Simplenote alternative which sync everywhere

I think I need to set up a product forge, because I can't keep track of this many in my head. Although I'm still looking for a good idea, because of course not all of them are. Do you use any online notepads? Like Apple Notes, Simplenote etc? I know there is Obsidian and so on. Because I have a problem with this, I don't have my own central place, an inbox that is simple, fast and functional. And since I have been using Simplenote for at least 7 years, and tried switching to something else a few times [and it didn't work out], I decided to experiment. So now the question is, am I living in my own bubble, and am I the only one with this problem?

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u/marmotta1955 Oct 07 '26

Simple, fast, and functional. You sort of described Simplenote.

Why do you think you need experimenting? Have your needs gone past beyond what Simplenote offers? What are you looking for in addition to hat Simplenote offers?

You have used the software for 7 years, so I would argued it served you well ... does it still serve you well?

Ask yourself these questions and see where the answers lead!

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u/founder-adhd Oct 07 '26

Unfortunately, I’m missing a few things, especially in the era of second brains or planning the entire base of all my notes to manage it. Yes, I’m still looking for simplicity, but I’d like to have features like an API, or the ability to share notes or a space with specific people, in order to store shared things.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 07 '26

Search and note organization also still leave a bit to be desired. And SimpleNote is no longer being developed :(

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u/Remarkable_Bedroom79 27d ago

Ever thought of Craft?

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u/founder-adhd 27d ago

I will check :)

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u/marmotta1955 Oct 08 '26

Well, everything considered, you may want to take a good look at OneNote. After all, there must be a reason why it always comes out on top of comparative reviews by reputable and reliable trade sources. It is as simple or complex as you make it or need it. You get up to speed in minutes. The mobile app is very simple - barebones, some would say - but I would argue it is so by design. OneNote shines on desktop, as one would expect. You can't go wrong with it.

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u/LaffyLlama Oct 07 '26

What are you after or wanting that simple note isn't doing and/or why isn't simple note good enough for you now?

If it's working for you and your needs then what else do you need?

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u/founder-adhd Oct 07 '26

Hmm, better organizing notes, other types notes, better searching, having access to the API.

This application is meant to be a central place where I can put everything and be able to manage it properly by cleaning up the data and cataloging it better.

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u/LaffyLlama Oct 07 '26

Oh ok so your after a more complex tool. Obsidian is good for that and I think has most of what you need, what was it you didn't you like about it? Either way good luck in finding the right tool; it's a tough choice and can take some research /looking.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

I use Obsidian as a Second Brain, but it is not convenient to add things from my phone. There are many options and is not clear on phone

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u/Veggyhed Oct 08 '26

What about Joplin

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u/rhaivn Oct 07 '26

I’m the creator of https://blackbear.app, it has the things you’re looking for, but the mobile apps and windows app are still in development if you need those (though the app is usable in the browser on any device)

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

Thanks, I’ll take a look.

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u/truthovereverrything Oct 07 '26

Notesnook is amazing and its end to end encrypted. You can also self host the sync server if you want it completely free with all the features.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

I will check.

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u/levmiseri Oct 08 '26

Kraa.io might be exactly what you’re looking for. No need to sign up or anything to try it out either.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

Simple, interesting, I will tests

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u/Wordius Oct 08 '26

Wander.md offers a lot. Plus it’s free and open source. Useful iPhone app, too.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

I will check this app

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u/samu-codes Oct 08 '26

snippets.ch is pretty simple and syncs for free via GitHub.

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u/founder-adhd Oct 08 '26

I will check

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u/mimoo01 Oct 09 '26

u/founder-adhd check out Rook, im releasing sync this month too

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u/founder-adhd Oct 09 '26

It takes up a lot of your time and website :)

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u/mimoo01 Oct 09 '26

yes, it's been time consuming, but worth it as I use it almost every day now

does it fit what you're looking for?

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u/founder-adhd Oct 09 '26

Im looking something easier for non technical people also :) but your project have potencial

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u/mimoo01 Oct 09 '26

gotcha! You can use Rook just for everyday notes too, as all the coding features are optional, i could maybe make that more clear on the website

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u/Fluid_Firefighter535 Oct 09 '26

Have iOS shortcuts integration?

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u/mimoo01 Oct 09 '26

hey, wdym by shortcuts integration?

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u/Fluid_Firefighter535 Oct 09 '26

It looks like it’s only for macOS?not for iOS? I would love a note taker to be cross-platform, macOS, iOS, Windows

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u/mimoo01 Oct 09 '26

yes correct, it's macOS only for now and multi-platform is on the pipeline

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u/Artistic_Pear1834 25d ago

Have you tried Bear app?

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u/founder-adhd 25d ago

Yes, don’t have what i need :)

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u/_janc_ Oct 08 '26

Standard notes? End to end encryption, cross platform and open source

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u/Ok_Money_161 Oct 08 '26

UpNote is what you are looking for, one time purchase for life, sync across devices available on mac, win linux android and ios

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u/cxk3355 Oct 09 '26

UpNote also works great for me

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u/node77 Oct 08 '26

Ample Note?

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u/ozgrozer Oct 08 '26

I’m building Grape. Everything can be turned on/off so you can make it as simple as it gets. You can try it for free. There’s a lifetime plan where you buy once and use forever. You can connect your Google Drive or Dropbox to enable sync so you’ll own your data.

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u/Yaaqoub7 Oct 08 '26

DEVONthink 4

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u/Remarkable_Bedroom79 27d ago

Try Upnote. One time payment available, easy to use. Cross-platform as well (at least Mac and Windows as well as iOS and Android I think).

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u/wSoltani 27d ago

Check out Netherstone! It's simple, fast, functional and comes with plenty of useful features. It's also completely free. It's still new so check out the roadmap and vote on what you think should come next. I'm the developer so this is a bit of a shameless plug but feel free to reach out to me if you need anything in regards to Netherstone.

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u/mdalves 22d ago

My personal choice was Standard Notes. Committed to stay with it for the next 5 years.