Alternatives · Note-Taking
Gravity alternatives
Gravity compared with 6 alternatives: Strflow, Tot, Antinote, Drafts, Google Keep and 1 more.
Gravity is a paid product, starting at $9.99 one-time per platform. 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| GravityThis tool | From $9.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS, Android |
| Strflow | Free plan · from $1.49/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Tot | Free plan · from $19.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Antinote | Free trial · from $5 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Drafts | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Google Keep | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Bebop | Free plan · from $4.99 one-time | Yes | iOS |
How each one differs from Gravity
- 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. Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Strflow has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Gravity lists an Android app.
- Gravity can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Strflow also covers tasks.
Suits: People who already text themselves notes, links and to-dos
- Free plan · from $19.99 one-time
Tot
Seven-note text scratchpad for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
- Tot starts at $19.99 one-time in-app purchase, per platform. Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Tot has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Gravity lists an Android app.
Suits: Mac and iPhone users who want a scratchpad for short-lived text
- Free trial · from $5 one-time
Antinote
Mac scratchpad for temporary notes, quick math and checklists
- Antinote starts at $5 one-time purchase. Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Only Gravity lists iOS and Android apps.
- Antinote also covers Pomodoro timer and calculator.
- Gravity also covers Markdown.
Suits: Mac users who want a throwaway pad beside their main notes app
- 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. Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Drafts has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Gravity lists an Android app.
- Gravity 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 $7/mo
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). Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Google Keep has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Google Keep lists a web app.
- Only Google Keep lists a browser extension.
- Only Gravity lists a macOS app.
Suits: Quick notes, shopping lists and reminders on a phone or smartwatch
- Free plan · from $4.99 one-time
Bebop
Capture-first plain-text notes app for iPhone
- Bebop starts at $4.99 one-time Pro upgrade. Gravity starts at $9.99 one-time per platform.
- Bebop has a free plan. Gravity does not.
- Only Gravity lists macOS and Android apps.
- Gravity also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Obsidian or NVAlt users who want a fast capture app on iPhone
Limits worth knowing in Gravity
- There is no free version or trial, and the iPhone, Mac and Android apps are separate $9.99 purchases.
- iCloud sync covers iPhone, iPad and Mac only; the Play listing says it is not available on Android.
- There are no folders or tag manager by design, and the developer says he turns those requests down.
- The site lists no Windows, Linux or web version, and the Mac app needs macOS 15 or later.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Gravity?
The alternatives to Gravity in this directory are Strflow, Tot, Antinote, Drafts, Google Keep and Bebop. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Gravity.
Is there a free alternative to Gravity?
Yes. Strflow, Tot, Drafts, Google Keep and Bebop have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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