Alternatives · Note-Taking
RemNote alternatives
RemNote compared with 6 alternatives: Obsidian, Logseq, Roam Research, Notion, Notability and 1 more.
RemNote has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96). 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RemNoteThis tool | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| 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 |
| Roam Research | Free trial · from $15/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Notion | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Notability | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| MarginNote | Free trial · from $12.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from RemNote
- Free plan · from $4/mo
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). RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- Only RemNote lists a web app.
- Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Obsidian also covers Markdown and whiteboard.
- RemNote also covers databases, web clipper and templates.
Suits: People who want their notes as plain Markdown files they control
- Free plan · from $5/mo
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. RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- Only RemNote lists a browser extension.
- Logseq is open source, according to its own site.
- Logseq also covers Markdown, whiteboard and daily notes.
- RemNote also covers databases, web clipper and templates.
Suits: People who think in outlines and want their notes as plain-text files
- Free trial · from $15/mo
Roam Research
Outliner for networked notes with bidirectional links
- Roam Research starts at $15 per month, or $165 per year ($13.75 a month). RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- RemNote has a free plan. Roam Research does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only RemNote lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only RemNote lists a browser extension.
- Roam Research also covers daily notes.
Suits: People who work from daily notes and want every block to be linkable
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Notion
Workspace for docs, wikis, databases and projects with built-in AI
- Notion starts at $10 per member / month, billed yearly. RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- Only RemNote lists a Linux app.
- Notion also covers wiki.
- RemNote also covers linked notes and web clipper.
Suits: Teams that want docs, a wiki and project tracking in one workspace
- 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). RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- Only RemNote lists a Linux app.
- Only RemNote lists a browser extension.
- Notability can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Notability also covers transcription.
Suits: Students recording lectures alongside handwritten notes
- Free trial · from $12.99 one-time
MarginNote
Study reader that turns highlights into mind maps and cards
- MarginNote starts at $12.99 one-time (Pro Lifetime, iPhone and iPad only). RemNote starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- RemNote has a free plan. MarginNote does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only RemNote lists a web app.
- Only RemNote lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only RemNote lists a browser extension.
Suits: Students preparing for exams from textbooks and PDFs
Limits worth knowing in RemNote
- The Free plan allows only a few uses of each Pro feature: 3 annotated PDFs, 5 image occlusion cards, 1 handwritten document and 1 exam.
- AI credits reset each month and do not carry over, and the frontier models in the AI tutor need the Pro with AI plan.
- The Life-Long Learner license covers Pro server features, such as larger uploads and AI credits, for 5 years rather than for life.
- Subscriptions bought in the iOS or Android app cannot use discounts, and the App Store lists Pro Monthly at $14.99.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to RemNote?
The alternatives to RemNote in this directory are Obsidian, Logseq, Roam Research, Notion, Notability and MarginNote. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with RemNote.
Is there a free alternative to RemNote?
Yes. Obsidian, Logseq, Notion and Notability have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to RemNote?
Logseq is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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