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TiddlyWiki alternatives

TiddlyWiki compared with 3 alternatives: Trilium Notes, Obsidian and DokuWiki.

TiddlyWiki is free to use. All 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

3 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
TiddlyWikiThis toolFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Trilium NotesFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension
ObsidianFree plan · from $4/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
DokuWikiFreeFreeWeb

How each one differs from TiddlyWiki

  1. Trilium Notes

    Free, open-source hierarchical notes for a personal knowledge base

    • Trilium Notes is free. TiddlyWiki is free.
    • Only Trilium Notes lists a browser extension.
    • Trilium Notes also covers Markdown and web clipper.
    • TiddlyWiki also covers linked notes and wiki.

    Suits: People building a large personal knowledge base on a desktop computer

    Trilium Notes vs TiddlyWikiTrilium Notes pricing and details

  2. 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). TiddlyWiki is free.
    • Only Obsidian lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Obsidian lists a browser extension.
    • Only TiddlyWiki lists a web app.
    • Obsidian is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want their notes as plain Markdown files they control

    Obsidian vs TiddlyWikiObsidian pricing and details

  3. DokuWiki

    Open-source wiki software that needs no database

    • DokuWiki is free. TiddlyWiki is free.
    • Only TiddlyWiki lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • TiddlyWiki also covers notes and linked notes.

    Suits: Small teams that want a wiki without running a database

    DokuWiki vs TiddlyWikiDokuWiki pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in TiddlyWiki

  • The browser's File / Save menu does not save changes; a saving method such as Tiddlyhost or TiddlyDesktop has to be chosen first.
  • Notes are written in TiddlyWiki's own WikiText markup; Markdown is available only through an official plugin.
  • The iOS and Android apps the documentation points to, Quine and Tiddloid, are published independently of the project.
  • The Node.js server does not pick up tiddler files edited on disk while it runs; it has to be restarted.
TiddlyWiki pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to TiddlyWiki?

The alternatives to TiddlyWiki in this directory are Trilium Notes, Obsidian and DokuWiki. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with TiddlyWiki.

Is there a free alternative to TiddlyWiki?

Yes. Trilium Notes and DokuWiki are free to use. Obsidian has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which TiddlyWiki alternatives work on Android?

The TiddlyWiki listing does not include an Android app. Obsidian lists one.

Which TiddlyWiki alternatives work on iOS?

The TiddlyWiki listing does not include an iOS app. Obsidian lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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