Alternatives · Note-Taking
Khoj alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Khoj alternative for most people is Notion (3.2 GPA), first in our ranking of note-taking apps. The best free one is Obsidian (3.6 GPA).
Khoj compared with 5 alternatives: Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric.
Khoj is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KhojThis tool | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Obsidian | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Logseq | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Notion | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Joplin | Free plan · from €2.40/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Fabric | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Khoj has no paid plan and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Khoj
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).
- Obsidian also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Obsidian lists no web app, which Khoj has.
- Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Obsidian also covers notes, linked notes and whiteboard.
Suits: People who want their notes as plain Markdown files they control
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.
- Logseq also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Logseq also covers notes, linked notes, whiteboard and daily notes.
- Logseq does not cover chat assistant and AI search, which Khoj does.
Suits: People who think in outlines and want their notes as plain-text files
Notion
Workspace for docs, wikis, databases and projects with built-in AI
- Notion starts at $10 per member / month, billed yearly.
- Notion also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Notion lists no Linux app, which Khoj has.
- Notion also covers notes, databases, wiki and templates.
- Notion does not cover chat assistant, AI search and Markdown, which Khoj does.
Suits: Teams that want docs, a wiki and project tracking in one workspace
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).
- Joplin also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Joplin is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Joplin also covers notes and web clipper.
- Joplin does not cover chat assistant and AI search, which Khoj does.
Suits: People who want open source notes synced through their own storage
Fabric
AI workspace for notes, files, bookmarks and meeting notes
- Fabric starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 (Plus).
- Fabric also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Fabric also covers meeting notes, notes, whiteboard, web clipper and file sync.
- Fabric does not cover chat assistant and Markdown, which Khoj does.
Suits: People who want notes, files and bookmarks searchable in one place
Limits worth knowing in Khoj
- Khoj Cloud was sunset on April 15, 2026; the docs still mention it, but only self-hosting remains.
- The company says it is now focusing on its other products, Open Paper and Pipali.
- Self-hosting needs Docker or pip plus an AI model, and commercial model APIs bill separately.
- On Windows the documented Docker setup runs through WSL2.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Khoj?
The alternatives to Khoj in this directory are Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Khoj.
Is there a free alternative to Khoj?
Yes. Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Khoj alternatives work on Android?
The Khoj listing does not include an Android app. Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric list one.
Which Khoj alternatives work on iOS?
The Khoj listing does not include an iOS app. Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, Joplin and Fabric list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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