nvALT 2 is a fork of the original Notational Velocity with some additional features and interface modifications, including MultiMarkdown functionality. Developed by Brett Terpstra
License: Open Source
nvALT is a lightweight note-taking app focused on simplicity and speed, ideal for quick notes and Markdown users. In contrast, CherryTree offers more advanced features like hierarchical organization and rich text editing, making it better for users who need structured and detailed notes.