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Kilonotes alternatives

Kilonotes compared with 5 alternatives: Goodnotes, Notability, Notein, Flexcil and Freenotes.

Kilonotes has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store). 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
KilonotesThis toolFree plan · from $1.99/moYesiOS, Android
GoodnotesFree plan · from $11.99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
NotabilityFree plan · from $14.99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
NoteinFree plan · from $5.99YesAndroid
FlexcilFree plan · from $8.99YesiOS, Android
FreenotesFree plan · from $1.99YesiOS, Android

How each one differs from Kilonotes

  1. Goodnotes

    Handwritten notes, PDF markup and whiteboards with an AI assistant

    • Goodnotes starts at $11.99 per year (Essential). Kilonotes starts at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store).
    • Only Goodnotes lists a web app.
    • Only Goodnotes lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Goodnotes can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Goodnotes also covers whiteboard.

    Suits: Handwritten notes on an iPad with Apple Pencil

    Goodnotes vs KilonotesGoodnotes pricing and details

  2. Notability

    Handwritten notes with synced audio, transcripts and AI study tools

    • Notability starts at $14.99 per year, or $4.99 per month (Lite). Kilonotes starts at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store).
    • Only Notability lists a web app.
    • Only Notability lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Notability can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Students recording lectures alongside handwritten notes

    Notability vs KilonotesNotability pricing and details

  3. Notein

    Handwriting notes, PDF markup and linked notes for Android tablets

    • Notein starts at $5.99 per in-app item on the US listing (Orion Notes); billing basis not shown. Kilonotes starts at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store).
    • Only Kilonotes lists an iOS app.
    • Notein also covers linked notes and whiteboard.
    • Kilonotes also covers transcription.

    Suits: Android tablet and stylus users who want handwritten notes

    Notein vs KilonotesNotein pricing and details

  4. Flexcil

    PDF reader and handwriting notebook built around pen gestures

    • Flexcil starts at $8.99 (Premium) or $9.99 (Flexcil Standard) on the US App Store; basis not shown. Kilonotes starts at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store).
    • Kilonotes also covers transcription.

    Suits: Students who study from PDF textbooks and lecture slides

    Flexcil vs KilonotesFlexcil pricing and details

  5. Freenotes

    Handwriting and PDF annotation app with AI study tools

    • Freenotes starts at $1.99 per week (Weekly Plus Member), or $9.99 per year. Kilonotes starts at $1.99 per month (Monthly Subscription on the US App Store).
    • Freenotes also covers whiteboard.

    Suits: Students annotating lecture slides and revising with flashcards

    Freenotes vs KilonotesFreenotes pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Kilonotes

  • The free version stops at 5 notebooks, and AI use beyond the trial allowance requires buying AI credits.
  • The website names Free, Premium and AI Member plans without prices; prices appear only as in-app purchases in the app stores.
  • No Windows or web app is offered. On a Mac it runs as the iPad app, which the App Store marks as not verified for macOS.
  • Google Play's US listing shows only a range of $0.49 to $24.99 per item, so Android prices may differ from the App Store's.
Kilonotes pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Kilonotes?

The alternatives to Kilonotes in this directory are Goodnotes, Notability, Notein, Flexcil and Freenotes. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Kilonotes.

Is there a free alternative to Kilonotes?

Yes. Goodnotes, Notability, Notein, Flexcil and Freenotes have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Kilonotes alternatives work on Windows?

The Kilonotes listing does not include a Windows app. Goodnotes and Notability list one.

Which Kilonotes alternatives work on macOS?

The Kilonotes listing does not include a macOS app. Goodnotes and Notability list one.

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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