Goodnotes Essential
The Goodnotes Essential plan costs $11.99 per year.
What the plan includes
Unlimited files and audio recording, 5 GB of storage, exports without a watermark, basic Goodnotes AI and Google Calendar integration.
As stated on goodnotes.comThe plans either side of it
- Free$0one below
Up to 3 files, 100 MB of storage, 20 minutes of audio recording, limited sharing and limited Goodnotes AI usage.
- Pro$35.99 per yearone above
Adds cross-platform library sync, private link sharing, hosting real-time collaboration, Drive integration and advanced AI including meeting notes.
What else costs about this much
| Tool | Starts at | Free plan |
|---|---|---|
| Mimiri Notes | $1 a month | Yes |
| Freenotes | $0.83 a month | Yes |
Each tool’s own starting price, within a quarter of what this plan costs. A starting price is not the same plan, so read what each one includes before weighing them against each other.
Goodnotes Essential questions
How much is the Goodnotes Essential plan?
The Goodnotes Essential plan costs $11.99 per year. Unlimited files and audio recording, 5 GB of storage, exports without a watermark, basic Goodnotes AI and Google Calendar integration.
What is the difference between Goodnotes Free and Essential?
Free costs $0 and gives you up to 3 files, 100 MB of storage, 20 minutes of audio recording, limited sharing and limited Goodnotes AI usage. Essential costs $11.99 per year and gives you unlimited files and audio recording, 5 GB of storage, exports without a watermark, basic Goodnotes AI and Google Calendar integration.
Is it worth moving from Essential to Pro?
That depends on what you need. Pro costs $35.99 per year and adds adds cross-platform library sync, private link sharing, hosting real-time collaboration, Drive integration and advanced AI including meeting notes. The listing is what each plan states; neither plan is graded on its own.
Does Goodnotes have a free plan or a trial?
Yes. Free forever: up to 3 files in total across notebooks, whiteboards and text documents, 100 MB of storage, a 5 MB import limit, 20 minutes of audio recording and watermarked exports. There is also a 7-day free trial on Essential and Pro; 30-day free trial on Teams.
When was this checked?
Oct 5, 2026, against https://www.goodnotes.com/pricing. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.