Alternatives · Note-Taking
WeNote alternatives
WeNote compared with 6 alternatives: ColorNote, Google Keep, Inkpad Notepad, NotallyX, Samsung Notes and 1 more.
WeNote has a free plan. Paid plans start at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WeNoteThis tool | Free plan · from $0.99 | Yes | iOS, Android |
| ColorNote | Free plan · from $1.99 | Yes | Android |
| Google Keep | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Inkpad Notepad | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| NotallyX | Free | Free | Android |
| Samsung Notes | Free | Free | Windows, Android |
| Bundled Notes | Free plan · from $2.79/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from WeNote
- Free plan · from $1.99
ColorNote
Android notepad for color-coded notes and checklists
- ColorNote starts at $1.99 - $15.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown). WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only WeNote lists an iOS app.
- ColorNote also covers linked notes.
Suits: Android users who want a plain notepad with checklists
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Google Keep
Google's app for quick notes, lists and reminders
- Google Keep starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only Google Keep lists a web app.
- Only Google Keep lists a browser extension.
- Google Keep also covers transcription and web clipper.
- WeNote also covers calendar.
Suits: Quick notes, shopping lists and reminders on a phone or smartwatch
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Inkpad Notepad
Simple synced notepad for notes and to-do lists, with AI chat
- Inkpad Notepad starts at $5 per month, billed annually. WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only Inkpad Notepad lists a web app.
- Inkpad Notepad also covers chat assistant.
- WeNote also covers calendar.
Suits: People who want a plain notepad for lists and quick notes
- Free
NotallyX
Minimal open-source Android app for notes and task lists
- NotallyX is free. WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only WeNote lists an iOS app.
- NotallyX is open source, according to its own site.
- WeNote also covers calendar.
Suits: Android users who want a simple notes app with no ads or account
- Free
Samsung Notes
Samsung's free note app for Galaxy phones, tablets and Galaxy Book
- Samsung Notes is free. WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only Samsung Notes lists a Windows app.
- Only WeNote lists an iOS app.
- Samsung Notes also covers templates.
- WeNote also covers tasks and calendar.
Suits: Galaxy phone and tablet owners, especially those with an S Pen
- Free plan · from $2.79/mo
Bundled Notes
Notes, lists and kanban boards organized into bundles
- Bundled Notes starts at $2.79 per month, or $27.99 per year. WeNote starts at $0.99 - $39.99 per item (in-app purchases; billing basis not shown).
- Only Bundled Notes lists a web app.
- Bundled Notes also covers Markdown and kanban boards.
- WeNote also covers calendar.
Suits: Android users who want notes, lists and boards in one app
Limits worth knowing in WeNote
- Android and iPhone only: the FAQ says there is no Windows version, and no web app is offered.
- Android and iOS do not sync with each other. iOS supports iCloud sync only, and moving from Android is a one-time transfer through an emailed backup file.
- The calendar is separate from Google Calendar and does not sync with it.
- WeNote Cloud is a $5 a month subscription that the one-time Combo purchase does not include.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WeNote?
The alternatives to WeNote in this directory are ColorNote, Google Keep, Inkpad Notepad, NotallyX, Samsung Notes and Bundled Notes. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WeNote.
Is there a free alternative to WeNote?
Yes. NotallyX and Samsung Notes are free to use. ColorNote, Google Keep, Inkpad Notepad and Bundled Notes have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WeNote alternatives work on Windows?
The WeNote listing does not include a Windows app. Samsung Notes lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to WeNote?
NotallyX 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 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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