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Fossify Notes alternatives

Fossify Notes compared with 5 alternatives: NotallyX, Quillpad, Google Keep, ColorNote and Markor.

Fossify Notes 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
Fossify NotesThis toolFreeFreeAndroid
NotallyXFreeFreeAndroid
QuillpadFreeFreeAndroid
Google KeepFree plan · from $7/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
ColorNoteFree plan · from $1.99YesAndroid
MarkorFreeFreeAndroid

How each one differs from Fossify Notes

  1. NotallyX

    Minimal open-source Android app for notes and task lists

    • NotallyX is free. Fossify Notes is free.

    Suits: Android users who want a simple notes app with no ads or account

    NotallyX vs Fossify NotesNotallyX pricing and details

  2. Quillpad

    Open-source Android notes app with Markdown and task lists

    • Quillpad is free. Fossify Notes is free.
    • Quillpad also covers Markdown.

    Suits: Android users who want a free notes app with no ads

    Quillpad vs Fossify NotesQuillpad pricing and details

  3. Google Keep

    Google's app for quick notes, lists and reminders

    • Google Keep starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Fossify Notes is free.
    • Only Google Keep lists a web app.
    • Only Google Keep lists an iOS app.
    • Only Google Keep lists a browser extension.
    • Fossify Notes is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: Quick notes, shopping lists and reminders on a phone or smartwatch

    Google Keep vs Fossify NotesGoogle Keep pricing and details

  4. ColorNote

    Android notepad for color-coded notes and checklists

    • ColorNote starts at $1.99 - $15.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown). Fossify Notes is free.
    • Fossify Notes is open source, according to its own site.
    • ColorNote also covers linked notes and calendar.

    Suits: Android users who want a plain notepad with checklists

    ColorNote vs Fossify NotesColorNote pricing and details

  5. Markor

    Offline Android text editor for Markdown notes and todo.txt

    • Markor is free. Fossify Notes is free.
    • Markor also covers Markdown.

    Suits: Android users who keep notes as Markdown or plain-text files

    Markor vs Fossify NotesMarkor pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Fossify Notes

  • Android only: Fossify builds its apps for Android and offers no iOS, desktop or web version.
  • Fossify labels the app Beta, meaning it is published while active testing and development are still under way.
  • There is no account or cloud service, so notes do not sync between devices; moving them means exporting or a device backup.
  • Google Play and F-Droid publish releases on their own schedules, so the version on offer can differ between the two.
Fossify Notes pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Fossify Notes?

The alternatives to Fossify Notes in this directory are NotallyX, Quillpad, Google Keep, ColorNote and Markor. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Fossify Notes.

Is there a free alternative to Fossify Notes?

Yes. NotallyX, Quillpad and Markor are free to use. Google Keep and ColorNote have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Fossify Notes alternatives work on iOS?

The Fossify Notes listing does not include an iOS app. Google Keep lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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