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MyScript Notes alternatives
MyScript Notes compared with 5 alternatives: Goodnotes, Notability, Noteshelf, Microsoft OneNote and Samsung Notes.
MyScript Notes has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled. 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
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MyScript NotesThis tool | Free plan · from $1.99 | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Goodnotes | Free plan · from $11.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Notability | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Noteshelf | Free plan · from $7.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft OneNote | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Samsung Notes | Free | Free | Windows, Android |
How each one differs from MyScript Notes
- Free plan · from $11.99/yr
Goodnotes
Handwritten notes, PDF markup and whiteboards with an AI assistant
- Goodnotes starts at $11.99 per year (Essential). MyScript Notes starts at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled.
- Only Goodnotes lists a web app.
- Goodnotes also covers transcription.
- MyScript Notes also covers diagrams.
Suits: Handwritten notes on an iPad with Apple Pencil
- Free plan · from $14.99/yr
Notability
Handwritten notes with synced audio, transcripts and AI study tools
- Notability starts at $14.99 per year, or $4.99 per month (Lite). MyScript Notes starts at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled.
- Only Notability lists a web app.
- Notability also covers transcription and templates.
- MyScript Notes also covers whiteboard and diagrams.
Suits: Students recording lectures alongside handwritten notes
- Free plan · from $7.99 one-time
Noteshelf
Handwritten note-taking and PDF annotation for stylus devices
- Noteshelf starts at $7.99 one-time on Windows; Premium is $9.99 one-time on Android. MyScript Notes starts at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled.
- Noteshelf also covers templates.
- MyScript Notes also covers whiteboard and diagrams.
Suits: Students and teachers taking handwritten notes with a stylus
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft's free digital notebook for typed, inked and audio notes
- Microsoft OneNote starts at $9.99 per month, or $99.99 per year (Microsoft 365 Personal). MyScript Notes starts at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled.
- Only Microsoft OneNote lists a web app.
- Only Microsoft OneNote lists a browser extension.
- MyScript Notes can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Microsoft OneNote also covers transcription, dictation and web clipper.
Suits: People who already have a Microsoft account or a Microsoft 365 subscription
- Free
Samsung Notes
Samsung's free note app for Galaxy phones, tablets and Galaxy Book
- Samsung Notes is free. MyScript Notes starts at $1.99 on the US App Store; billing period not labeled.
- Only MyScript Notes lists iOS and macOS apps.
- MyScript Notes can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Samsung Notes also covers templates.
- MyScript Notes also covers whiteboard and diagrams.
Suits: Galaxy phone and tablet owners, especially those with an S Pen
Limits worth knowing in MyScript Notes
- The free version limits notebooks to five pages each and leaves out cloud sync and AI features.
- It is sold only through the App Store and Google Play, and the vendor's own pricing page lists plan types without prices.
- On Windows the app is still Nebo: a separate Microsoft Store purchase that syncs with MyScript Notes but gets no new features.
- Family Sharing is not supported, because each user needs their own MyScript account.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MyScript Notes?
The alternatives to MyScript Notes in this directory are Goodnotes, Notability, Noteshelf, Microsoft OneNote and Samsung Notes. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MyScript Notes.
Is there a free alternative to MyScript Notes?
Yes. Samsung Notes is free to use. Goodnotes, Notability, Noteshelf and Microsoft OneNote 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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