Reflect alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Reflect: no Windows, Android or web app for the new version, and iPhone and iPad app needs a subscription. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Reflect, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Obsidian currently ranks first.
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Best Reflect alternative for most people
ObsidianThe same local Markdown approach with a huge plugin ecosystem and apps on every platform.
Best Reflect alternative for a free option
LogseqFree, open-source daily-notes outliner with backlinks on Windows and Linux too.
Best Reflect alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
BearA polished Apple-only Markdown app if you don't need backlinks everywhere.
Best Reflect alternative for open source
LogseqFree, open-source daily-notes outliner with backlinks on Windows and Linux too.
Best Reflect alternative for Mac
Roam ResearchThe original daily-notes-and-backlinks tool, in the browser.
Best Reflect alternative for Windows
MemAI-first notes that organise themselves if you want the AI to do more.
Best Reflect alternative for Linux
ObsidianThe same local Markdown approach with a huge plugin ecosystem and apps on every platform.
Best Reflect alternative for iPhone and Android
ObsidianThe same local Markdown approach with a huge plugin ecosystem and apps on every platform.
Best Reflect alternative for working in the browser
NotePlanDaily notes in Markdown files combined with tasks and your calendar.
Reflect alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Reflect?
Obsidian ranks first right now. The same local Markdown approach with a huge plugin ecosystem and apps on every platform. Logseq and Bear follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Reflect?
Yes. Obsidian (free plan + paid), Logseq (open source), Bear (free plan + paid) and Mem (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Reflect?
Yes: Logseq.
Which Reflect alternatives work on Linux?
Obsidian, Logseq and Roam Research run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Reflect?
The complaints we hear most: no Windows, Android or web app for the new version; iPhone and iPad app needs a subscription; young rewrite, so fewer features than older rivals.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Reflect, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.