Evernote is a long-established notebook app known for mature web clipping and document scanning, but its 2026 pricing structure limits the free plan to 50 notes and one notebook, pushing most regular users toward a paid Starter or Advanced plan.
Capacities organises notes as typed objects with defined relationships rather than plain pages, giving structured note-takers a clearer alternative to Obsidian’s file-and-plugin approach and Notion’s open-ended blocks.
Anytype is a local-first note and knowledge-management app with end-to-end encryption by default, offering a genuinely free core experience for people who want an open, privacy-focused alternative to cloud-based tools like Notion.
