Simplenote
A minimalist cross-platform note-taking app that syncs automatically across all devices
- Also known as
- simplenote
Available worldwide
What is Simplenote?
A free note-taking application that synchronizes notes in real time across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux, and web browsers. Includes markdown support, automatic backups with version history, and note sharing capabilities.
Simplenote pricing
We don't have Simplenote's full plan breakdown yet (its pricing page resisted automated reading). Here's what we could confirm. Always check live pricing for exact numbers.
Platform & deployment
Independently observed- iOS
- macOS
- Web
- Linux
- Android
- Windows
- Cloud / SaaS
Simplenote alternatives
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price level | 100 | 0.05 | 5.2 | ✓ |
| Pricing transparency | 25 | 0.08 | 2.1 | ✓ |
| Reliability | 0 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Integrations | 0 | 0.04 | 0.0 | - |
| Security posture | 5 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
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