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Zoho Notebook alternatives

Zoho Notebook compared with 5 alternatives: Evernote, Microsoft OneNote, Google Keep, Notion and UpNote.

Zoho Notebook has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Zoho NotebookThis toolFree plan · from $1.67/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
EvernoteFree plan · from $99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Microsoft OneNoteFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Google KeepFree plan · from $7/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
NotionFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
UpNoteFree plan · from $1.99/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Zoho Notebook

  1. Evernote

    Note-taking app with web clipping, tasks, calendar and AI search

    • Evernote starts at $99 per year (about $8.25 a month), or $14.99 billed monthly. Zoho Notebook starts at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro).
    • Only Zoho Notebook lists a Linux app.
    • Evernote also covers templates, tasks and calendar.
    • Zoho Notebook also covers meeting notes, transcription and kanban boards.

    Suits: People who save web pages, scans and documents and need to search across them

    Evernote vs Zoho NotebookEvernote pricing and details

  2. 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). Zoho Notebook starts at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro).
    • Only Zoho Notebook lists a Linux app.
    • Microsoft OneNote also covers dictation.
    • Zoho Notebook also covers meeting notes and kanban boards.

    Suits: People who already have a Microsoft account or a Microsoft 365 subscription

    Microsoft OneNote vs Zoho NotebookMicrosoft OneNote pricing and details

  3. 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). Zoho Notebook starts at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro).
    • Only Zoho Notebook lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Google Keep also covers tasks.
    • Zoho Notebook also covers meeting notes and kanban boards.

    Suits: Quick notes, shopping lists and reminders on a phone or smartwatch

    Google Keep vs Zoho NotebookGoogle Keep pricing and details

  4. Notion

    Workspace for docs, wikis, databases and projects with built-in AI

    • Notion starts at $10 per member / month, billed yearly. Zoho Notebook starts at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro).
    • Only Zoho Notebook lists a Linux app.
    • Notion also covers databases, wiki and templates.
    • Zoho Notebook also covers meeting notes, transcription, web clipper and kanban boards.

    Suits: Teams that want docs, a wiki and project tracking in one workspace

    Notion vs Zoho NotebookNotion pricing and details

  5. UpNote

    Cross-platform notes app with a lifetime purchase option

    • UpNote starts at $1.99 per month, or $39.99 once for lifetime (Premium). Zoho Notebook starts at $1.67 per month, billed annually at $19.99 (Pro).
    • Only Zoho Notebook lists a web app.
    • UpNote can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • UpNote also covers Markdown, linked notes and templates.
    • Zoho Notebook also covers meeting notes, transcription and kanban boards.

    Suits: People who prefer a one-time lifetime purchase to a subscription

    UpNote vs Zoho NotebookUpNote pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Zoho Notebook

  • The free Essential plan is limited to 500 MB of cloud storage, 10 MB per file upload and 20 versions per note.
  • Notebook AI (transcription, mind maps and generative AI) comes with Pro Plus, not with Essential or Pro.
  • Whiteboards, the Teams workspace, the admin console and audit logs are part of the Business plan only.
  • Prices vary by region and store: the US App Store lists Pro at $2.49 a month or $24.99 a year, above Zoho's web price.
Zoho Notebook pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Zoho Notebook?

The alternatives to Zoho Notebook in this directory are Evernote, Microsoft OneNote, Google Keep, Notion and UpNote. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zoho Notebook.

Is there a free alternative to Zoho Notebook?

Yes. Evernote, Microsoft OneNote, Google Keep, Notion and UpNote 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 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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