AFFiNE

AFFiNE

Docs, databases and whiteboards in one open-source, local-first workspace.

Free planiPhoneAndroidMacWindowsLinuxWeb

PriceFree local use; Pro about $7/month; one-time Believer plan

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Our verdict

A strong open-source pick if you want Notion-style docs plus a whiteboard without handing over your data. The all-in-one scope takes time to learn.

Good

Open source and self-hostable
Works offline, cloud sync optional
Docs and whiteboards side by side

Not so good

Lots of features to learn
Cloud and AI extras cost more

Best for

working offlineprivacyopen source fansevery device

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