Simplenote
simplenote.com
The simplest way to keep notes
Alternative to Joplin
Workflowy
Inkdrop +9 more
Install: iOS · AndroidFacts checked
On this page: About · In their words · Where it fits · Compare · Information · Facts · Alternatives (12) · Related tools (3) · FAQ
About Simplenote
Simplenote is a lightweight note-taking app that syncs notes across all devices in real time. It offers instant search, tags, sharing, and Markdown support, with automatic backups of every change. The service is completely free, including apps for iOS, Android, Mac, Windows, Linux, and the web.
Published 2026-08-13 · Links checked 2026-09-09
Simplenote in their own words
“The simplest way to keep notes. Light, clean, and free. Simplenote is now available for iOS, Android, Mac, and the web.”
Where Simplenote fits
Simplenote is tagged #note-taking, #sync, #markdown, #cross-platform. Each tag links to every listed tool that shares it.
- #note-taking — 7 listed tools share this tag, including Joplin, Workflowy, Inkdrop
- #sync — 4 listed tools share this tag, including Joplin, Workflowy
- #markdown — 5 listed tools share this tag, including Inkdrop, Obsidian
- #cross-platform — 9 listed tools share this tag, including Joplin
Simplenote is one of 77 Productivity tools listed on ToolDock. Also in Productivity: Whereby, Tana, ChatPDF — see the Productivity ranking (neutral, stable positions; no paid placement).
Compare Simplenote with Productivity tools
Side-by-side pages use listing facts only: pricing, shared and unique tags, official-site facts where available, and verification dates.
| Tool | Pricing | Shared tags | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freemium | #note-taking #sync #cross-platform | Simplenote vs Joplin → | |
| Freemium | #note-taking #sync | Simplenote vs Workflowy → | |
| Freemium | #markdown #note-taking | Simplenote vs Inkdrop → | |
| Freemium | #markdown | Simplenote vs Obsidian → | |
| Free | #note-taking | Simplenote vs Yana → | |
| Free | #note-taking | Simplenote vs Microsoft OneNote for the Web → | |
| Freemium | #note-taking | Simplenote vs Evernote → | |
| Free | #cross-platform | Simplenote vs PairDrop → |
Simplenote alternatives & related Productivity tools
Simplenote alternatives
Tools sharing tags with Simplenote — each match reason is computed from real listing data.
Open-source note-taking with sync and encryption
Platforms: iOS · Android · macOS · Windows · Linux
shares #note-taking #sync #cross-platform · also Productivity · Joplin alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
A simpler way to organize your work
Platforms: iOS · Android · macOS · Windows · Linux
shares #note-taking #sync · also Productivity · Workflowy alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
Cleaner space for your tech journey
shares #markdown #note-taking · also Productivity · Inkdrop alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
Private, local-first notes connected into a knowledge graph
Platforms: iOS · Android · macOS · Windows · Linux · Chrome extension · Firefox add-on
shares #markdown · #notes ≈ #note-taking · also Productivity · Obsidian alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
Powerful note-taking app
Platforms: Web app (installable)
shares #note-taking · also Productivity · both Free · Yana alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
Microsoft OneNote for the Web
onenote.cloud.microsoft
Free online note-taking and collaboration
shares #note-taking · also Productivity · both Free · Microsoft OneNote for the Web alternatives →
✓ Links checked Sep 2026View →
See all 12 Simplenote alternatives →
More Productivity tools
Other tools listed in the same category.
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Keyboard shortcuts for Windows, Mac and Linux
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The highest-ranked tools in this category — see the full Productivity ranking.
Frequently asked questions
What is Simplenote?
Simplenote is a Productivity tool: The simplest way to keep notes. It is listed on ToolDock with a direct link to its official site.
Is Simplenote free?
Yes — Simplenote is listed as free on ToolDock. Pricing label set at listing time; official pricing page linked where verified — see the official website for current details.