Simplenote

Simplenote

Plain, fast notes and lists that sync everywhere, completely free.

FreeiPhoneAndroidMacWindowsLinuxWeb

PriceFree

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Our verdict

Perfect for anyone who just wants quick notes on every device at no cost. It deliberately skips rich formatting and attachments.

Good

Completely free
Every platform, syncs quickly
Clean and simple

Not so good

Very few features
Not for long, rich documents

Best for

people who want it freekeeping it simpleevery devicebeginners

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