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GitJournal alternatives

GitJournal compared with 6 alternatives: Obsidian, Joplin, Markor, Logseq, Orgzly Revived and 1 more.

GitJournal has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
GitJournalThis toolFree plan · from $1.99/moYesiOS, Android
ObsidianFree plan · from $4/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
JoplinFree plan · from €2.40/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
MarkorFreeFreeAndroid
LogseqFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Orgzly RevivedFreeFreeAndroid
Zettel NotesFree plan · from $0.99 one-timeYesAndroid

How each one differs from GitJournal

  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). GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only Obsidian lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
    • Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • GitJournal is open source, according to its own site.

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

    Obsidian vs GitJournalObsidian pricing and details

  2. 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). GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only Joplin lists a web app.
    • Only Joplin lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Only Joplin lists a browser extension.
    • Joplin is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want open source notes synced through their own storage

    Joplin vs GitJournalJoplin pricing and details

  3. Markor

    Offline Android text editor for Markdown notes and todo.txt

    • Markor is free. GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only GitJournal lists an iOS app.
    • GitJournal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Markor also covers tasks.
    • GitJournal also covers linked notes and daily notes.

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

    Markor vs GitJournalMarkor pricing and details

  4. 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. GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    • Only Logseq lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • GitJournal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Logseq also covers whiteboard.

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

    Logseq vs GitJournalLogseq pricing and details

  5. Orgzly Revived

    Org mode outliner for notes and to-do lists on Android

    • Orgzly Revived is free. GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only GitJournal lists an iOS app.
    • GitJournal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Orgzly Revived also covers tasks.
    • GitJournal also covers Markdown, linked notes and daily notes.

    Suits: Emacs Org mode users who want their files on an Android phone

    Orgzly Revived vs GitJournalOrgzly Revived pricing and details

  6. Zettel Notes

    Android Markdown note app built around the Zettelkasten method

    • Zettel Notes starts at $0.99 one-time for the cheapest paid plugin; most are $2.99 to $5.99. GitJournal starts at $1.99 per month in installments, or $31.99 one-time (US App Store minimums).
    • Only GitJournal lists an iOS app.
    • GitJournal is open source, according to its own site.
    • GitJournal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Zettel Notes also covers web clipper and templates.

    Suits: Android users who keep notes as Markdown files in their own folders

    Zettel Notes vs GitJournalZettel Notes pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in GitJournal

  • Tags, backlinks, Zen mode and multiple repositories need Pro, and on iOS even the Basic app is a $3.99 download.
  • The store listings say encrypting notes is not supported yet.
  • The site offers only Android and iOS apps; on a desktop the same files are edited with other tools such as Obsidian, Notable or Foam.
  • The Google Play listing was last updated on Aug 27, 2024, and the website's copyright notice ends in 2022.
GitJournal pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to GitJournal?

The alternatives to GitJournal in this directory are Obsidian, Joplin, Markor, Logseq, Orgzly Revived and Zettel Notes. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with GitJournal.

Is there a free alternative to GitJournal?

Yes. Markor and Orgzly Revived are free to use. Obsidian, Joplin, Logseq and Zettel Notes have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which GitJournal alternatives work on Windows?

The GitJournal listing does not include a Windows app. Obsidian, Joplin and Logseq list one.

Which GitJournal alternatives work on macOS?

The GitJournal listing does not include a macOS app. Obsidian, Joplin and Logseq 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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