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Supernotes alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Supernotes: free plan stops at 100 cards, and card format is awkward for long documents. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Supernotes, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Obsidian currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Obsidian logoObsidianFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +22 of 380.3
2Capacities logoCapacitiesFree plan + paidNoWeb, macOS, Windows +35 of 569.0
3Logseq logoLogseqOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +21 of 367.4
  1. Obsidian logo

    1. ObsidianTop pick

    Best for: People who want to own their notes as local Markdown files

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    80.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Supernotes

    Free local Markdown notes that also suit atomic, linked notes.

    Pros

    • Notes are plain Markdown files you own
    • Works fully offline
    • Huge plugin ecosystem

    Cons

    • Official sync is a paid add-on
    • Real-time collaboration is limited
    Visit Obsidian Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1577
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Obsidian a good Supernotes alternative?

    Verified facts

    2 of 3 verified
    Price
    Free, no sign-up required
    Checked Oct 24, 2026obsidian.md(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Local Markdown files
    Checked Oct 24, 2026obsidian.md(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    Paid add-on
    Not checked yetobsidian.md(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Capacities logo

    2. Capacities

    Best for: Individuals who want a structured personal knowledge base without building it from scratch

    Free plan + paidWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

    69.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Supernotes

    Typed objects and backlinks with a generous free plan.

    Pros

    • Generous free plan that is a complete notes app
    • Object types give structure without complex setup
    • Apps on every major platform
    • Hosted in Europe

    Cons

    • Cloud-based, not local Markdown files
    • Little support for team collaboration
    • Object model takes time to learn
    Visit Capacities Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.1563
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Capacities a good Supernotes alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, free forever
    Checked Oct 25, 2026capacities.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    $9.99 per month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026capacities.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026capacities.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Europe
    Checked Oct 25, 2026capacities.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Active users
    50,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026capacities.io(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Logseq logo

    3. Logseq

    Best for: Outliner thinkers who want local, open-source notes with backlinks

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    67.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Supernotes

    Free outliner where every block can be linked and referenced.

    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • Local Markdown or Org files
    • Strong backlinks and block references

    Cons

    • Outliner-only structure isn't for everyone
    • Mobile apps feel less polished
    Visit Logseq Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1553
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Logseq a good Supernotes alternative?

    Verified facts

    1 of 3 verified
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 24, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Local Markdown/Org files
    Not checked yetlogseq.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Not checked yetlogseq.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Supernotes alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Obsidian logo

Best Supernotes alternative for most people

Obsidian

Free local Markdown notes that also suit atomic, linked notes.

Logseq logo

Best Supernotes alternative for a free option

Logseq

Free outliner where every block can be linked and referenced.

Capacities logo

Best Supernotes alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Capacities

Typed objects and backlinks with a generous free plan.

Logseq logo

Best Supernotes alternative for open source

Logseq

Free outliner where every block can be linked and referenced.

Heptabase logo

Best Supernotes alternative for Mac

Heptabase

Cards placed on whiteboards for visual research.

Obsidian logo

Best Supernotes alternative for Windows

Obsidian

Free local Markdown notes that also suit atomic, linked notes.

Obsidian logo

Best Supernotes alternative for Linux

Obsidian

Free local Markdown notes that also suit atomic, linked notes.

Google Keep logo

Best Supernotes alternative for iPhone and Android

Google Keep

Free card-style quick notes without linking.

Capacities logo

Best Supernotes alternative for working in the browser

Capacities

Typed objects and backlinks with a generous free plan.

Supernotes alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Supernotes?

Obsidian ranks first right now. Free local Markdown notes that also suit atomic, linked notes. Capacities and Logseq follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Supernotes?

Yes. Obsidian (free plan + paid), Capacities (free plan + paid), Logseq (open source) and Google Keep (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Supernotes?

Yes: Logseq.

Which Supernotes alternatives work on Linux?

Obsidian, Capacities, Logseq and Heptabase run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Supernotes?

The complaints we hear most: free plan stops at 100 cards; card format is awkward for long documents; small company.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Supernotes, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.