FSNotes alternatives · Note-Taking
End-to-end encrypted alternatives to FSNotes
The FSNotes listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 13 of the 152 other note-taking apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.
FSNotes has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac. 12 of them are free or have a free plan.
13 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
The 12 closest to FSNotes
- 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). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Obsidian lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
- Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Free
FUTO Notes
Local-first Markdown notes with self-hosted encrypted sync
- FUTO Notes is free. FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only FUTO Notes lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- FUTO Notes is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- FSNotes can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Free plan · from €2.40/mo
Joplin
Open source Markdown notes with sync through a service you choose
- Joplin starts at 2.40€ per month, billed yearly at 28.69€ (Joplin Cloud Basic). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Joplin lists a web app.
- Only Joplin lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Joplin lists a browser extension.
- Free plan · from $90/yr
Standard Notes
End-to-end encrypted notes app with open source clients
- Standard Notes starts at $90 per year (Productivity). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Standard Notes lists a web app.
- Only Standard Notes lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Standard Notes lists a browser extension.
- Free trial · from $8.31/mo
Inkdrop
Markdown note app for developers with encrypted sync
- Inkdrop starts at $8.31 per month, billed annually ($99.80 per year). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- FSNotes has a free plan. Inkdrop does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Inkdrop lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Inkdrop lists a browser extension.
- Free plan · from €3/mo
Cryptee
Encrypted documents, notes and photo storage from Estonia
- Cryptee starts at €3 per month (10 GB). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Cryptee lists a web app.
- Only FSNotes lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Cryptee is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
Lockbook
Open-source encrypted notes app with Markdown and drawing
- Lockbook starts at $2.99 per month. FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Lockbook lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Lockbook is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- FSNotes can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Free plan · from $4/mo
Anytype
Local-first, end-to-end encrypted workspace for notes and data
- Anytype starts at $4 per month, billed yearly ($5 billed monthly). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Anytype lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Anytype is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- FSNotes is open source, according to its own site.
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Notesnook
Open source, end-to-end encrypted notes on every platform
- Notesnook starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year (Essential). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Notesnook lists a web app.
- Only Notesnook lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only Notesnook lists a browser extension.
- Free plan · from $64 one-time
SiYuan
Open-source, local-first notes built on linked content blocks
- SiYuan starts at $64 one-time payment (PRO Features). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only SiYuan lists a web app.
- Only SiYuan lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only SiYuan lists a browser extension.
- Free plan · from $1.20/mo
Mimiri Notes
End-to-end encrypted notes in a tree, with encrypted sharing
- Mimiri Notes starts at $1.20 per month, or $12 per year (Tier 1). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only Mimiri Notes lists a web app.
- Only Mimiri Notes lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Mimiri Notes is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
DeepNotes
End-to-end encrypted infinite canvas for nested notes
- DeepNotes starts at $3.99 per month, billed yearly ($47.88). FSNotes starts at $4.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; $8.99 one-time for Mac.
- Only DeepNotes lists a web app.
- Only DeepNotes lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only FSNotes lists an iOS app.
Common questions
Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to FSNotes?
Yes. Obsidian, FUTO Notes, Joplin, Standard Notes, Inkdrop, Cryptee, Lockbook, Anytype and 5 more are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.
Is FSNotes end-to-end encrypted?
The FSNotes listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 6, 2026 against the pages it cites.
Which of these note-taking apps are free?
Obsidian, FUTO Notes, Joplin, Standard Notes, Cryptee, Lockbook, Anytype, Notesnook and 4 more are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to FSNotes: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.