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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to Logseq

The Logseq listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 12 of the 146 other note-taking apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Logseq has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync. 11 of them are free or have a free plan.

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

How each one differs from Logseq

  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). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    • Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Obsidian vs LogseqObsidian pricing and details

  2. Anytype

    Local-first, end-to-end encrypted workspace for notes and data

    • Anytype starts at $4 per month, billed yearly ($5 billed monthly). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    • Anytype is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Logseq is open source, according to its own site.
    Anytype vs LogseqAnytype pricing and details

  3. FUTO Notes

    Local-first Markdown notes with self-hosted encrypted sync

    • FUTO Notes is free. Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    • FUTO Notes is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Logseq also covers linked notes, whiteboard and daily notes.
    FUTO Notes vs LogseqFUTO Notes pricing and details

  4. Notesnook

    Open source, end-to-end encrypted notes on every platform

    • Notesnook starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year (Essential). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Notesnook lists a browser extension.
    • Notesnook is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Notesnook also covers web clipper.
    Notesnook pricing and details

  5. SiYuan

    Open-source, local-first notes built on linked content blocks

    • SiYuan starts at $64 one-time payment (PRO Features). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only SiYuan lists a browser extension.
    • SiYuan is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • SiYuan also covers databases.
    SiYuan pricing and details

  6. Cryptee

    Encrypted documents, notes and photo storage from Estonia

    • Cryptee starts at €3 per month (10 GB). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Logseq lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Cryptee is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Cryptee also covers documents.
    Cryptee pricing and details

  7. 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). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Joplin lists a browser extension.
    • Joplin is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Joplin also covers web clipper.
    Joplin pricing and details

  8. Standard Notes

    End-to-end encrypted notes app with open source clients

    • Standard Notes starts at $90 per year (Productivity). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Standard Notes lists a browser extension.
    • Standard Notes is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Standard Notes also covers web clipper.
    Standard Notes pricing and details

  9. Lockbook

    Open-source encrypted notes app with Markdown and drawing

    • Lockbook starts at $2.99 per month. Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    • Lockbook is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Logseq also covers linked notes, whiteboard and daily notes.
    Lockbook pricing and details

  10. DeepNotes

    End-to-end encrypted infinite canvas for nested notes

    • DeepNotes starts at $3.99 per month, billed yearly ($47.88). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Only Logseq lists iOS and Android apps.
    • DeepNotes is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • DeepNotes also covers mind mapping.
    DeepNotes pricing and details

  11. Inkdrop

    Markdown note app for developers with encrypted sync

    • Inkdrop starts at $8.31 per month, billed annually ($99.80 per year). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Logseq has a free plan. Inkdrop does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Inkdrop lists a browser extension.
    • Only Logseq lists a web app.
    Inkdrop pricing and details

  12. 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). Logseq starts at $5 per month for Open Collective backers, which unlocks Logseq Sync.
    • Mimiri Notes is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Logseq also covers Markdown, linked notes, whiteboard and daily notes.
    Mimiri Notes pricing and details

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to Logseq?

Yes. Obsidian, Anytype, FUTO Notes, Notesnook, SiYuan, Cryptee, Joplin, Standard Notes and 4 more are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is Logseq end-to-end encrypted?

The Logseq listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 4, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these note-taking apps are free?

Obsidian, Anytype, FUTO Notes, Notesnook, SiYuan, Cryptee, Joplin, Standard Notes and 3 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 Oct 9, 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 Logseq: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.