Alternatives · Note-Taking
Bebop alternatives
Bebop compared with 5 alternatives: Drafts, Strflow, Gravity, Braintoss and Obsidian.
Bebop has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade. 3 of the 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
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BebopThis tool | Free plan · from $4.99 one-time | Yes | iOS |
| Drafts | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Strflow | Free plan · from $1.49/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Gravity | From $9.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS, Android |
| Braintoss | From $2.79 one-time | No | iOS, Android |
| Obsidian | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Bebop
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Drafts
Quick-capture notes app for Apple devices with text actions
- Drafts starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year. Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade.
- Only Drafts lists a macOS app.
- Bebop can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Drafts also covers transcription, dictation and workflow automation.
Suits: Jotting text down quickly on iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple Watch
- Free plan · from $1.49/mo
Strflow
Chat-style notes timeline for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Strflow starts at $1.49 per month, or $14.99 per year. Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade.
- Only Strflow lists a macOS app.
- Bebop can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Strflow also covers tasks.
- Bebop also covers Markdown.
Suits: People who already text themselves notes, links and to-dos
- From $9.99 one-time
Gravity
Single-stream notes app for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android
- Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform. Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade.
- Bebop has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Gravity lists macOS and Android apps.
- Gravity also covers menu bar app.
Suits: People who jot quick notes and do not want to file them
- From $2.79 one-time
Braintoss
One-tap capture app that sends notes to your email inbox
- Braintoss starts at $2.79 one-time on Google Play; $2.99 on the App Store. Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade.
- Bebop has a free plan. Braintoss does not.
- Only Braintoss lists an Android app.
- Braintoss also covers dictation.
- Bebop also covers Markdown.
Suits: People who treat their email inbox as the place to process to-dos
- Free plan · from $4/mo
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). Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade.
- Only Obsidian lists macOS, Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
- Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Bebop can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who want their notes as plain Markdown files they control
Limits worth knowing in Bebop
- The App Store lists it for iPhone only; there is no iPad, Mac or Android version.
- It is a capture tool with no note browser: older notes are reached through Flashback or another app that opens the same folder.
- Dropbox sync requires the Dropbox iOS app to be installed.
- Color themes, custom templating and power-user settings need the $4.99 Pro upgrade; the developer's 2024 write-up also says the free version caps Flashback at three notes.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Bebop?
The alternatives to Bebop in this directory are Drafts, Strflow, Gravity, Braintoss and Obsidian. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bebop.
Is there a free alternative to Bebop?
Yes. Drafts, Strflow and Obsidian have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Bebop alternatives work on Windows?
The Bebop listing does not include a Windows app. Obsidian lists one.
Which Bebop alternatives work on macOS?
The Bebop listing does not include a macOS app. Drafts, Strflow, Gravity and Obsidian 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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