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Bangle.io alternatives

Bangle.io compared with 5 alternatives: Obsidian, Logseq, SilverBullet, Tangent Notes and TiddlyWiki.

Bangle.io is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Bangle.ioThis toolFreeFreeWeb
ObsidianFree plan · from $4/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
LogseqFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
SilverBulletFree plan · from $50/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Tangent NotesFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
TiddlyWikiFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux

How each one differs from Bangle.io

  1. Obsidian

    Markdown note-taking app that keeps your files on your device

    • Obsidian starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually (Sync Standard add-on). Bangle.io is free.
    • Only Obsidian lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
    • Only Bangle.io lists a web app.
    • Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want their notes as plain Markdown files they control

    Obsidian vs Bangle.ioObsidian pricing and details

  2. Logseq

    Open-source outliner for linked notes stored as local files

    • Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync. Bangle.io is free.
    • Only Logseq lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Logseq also covers whiteboard and daily notes.

    Suits: People who think in outlines and want their notes as plain-text files

    Logseq vs Bangle.ioLogseq pricing and details

  3. SilverBullet

    Scriptable Markdown knowledge base, self-hosted or on desktop

    • SilverBullet starts at $50 per user / year (Desktop Pro, required for work use). Bangle.io is free.
    • Only SilverBullet lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • SilverBullet is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • SilverBullet also covers wiki.

    Suits: People who want Markdown notes they can query and script

    SilverBullet vs Bangle.ioSilverBullet pricing and details

  4. Tangent Notes

    Open-source Markdown notes app that maps the path between notes

    • Tangent Notes is free. Bangle.io is free.
    • Only Tangent Notes lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Bangle.io lists a web app.

    Suits: Writers who follow links from note to note and want to keep their place

    Tangent Notes vs Bangle.ioTangent Notes pricing and details

  5. TiddlyWiki

    Open-source personal wiki kept in a single HTML file

    • TiddlyWiki is free. Bangle.io is free.
    • Only TiddlyWiki lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • TiddlyWiki is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • TiddlyWiki also covers wiki.
    • Bangle.io also covers Markdown.

    Suits: People who want their notes in a file they fully control

    TiddlyWiki vs Bangle.ioTiddlyWiki pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Bangle.io

  • It works best in browsers with the File System Access API, such as Chrome or Edge; other browsers are steered toward the installed PWA.
  • There are no native desktop or mobile apps. The desktop option is installing the web app as a Progressive Web App.
  • No sync or backup is built in. The FAQ leaves backups to your own routine and recommends git for versioned ones.
  • The FAQ says optional paid add-on services may be considered in future to fund development.
Bangle.io pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Bangle.io?

The alternatives to Bangle.io in this directory are Obsidian, Logseq, SilverBullet, Tangent Notes and TiddlyWiki. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bangle.io.

Is there a free alternative to Bangle.io?

Yes. Tangent Notes and TiddlyWiki are free to use. Obsidian, Logseq and SilverBullet have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Bangle.io alternatives work on Windows?

The Bangle.io listing does not include a Windows app. Obsidian, Logseq, SilverBullet, Tangent Notes and TiddlyWiki list one.

Which Bangle.io alternatives work on macOS?

The Bangle.io listing does not include a macOS app. Obsidian, Logseq, SilverBullet, Tangent Notes and TiddlyWiki list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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