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
Footnote is a versatile note-taking app that excels in Markdown support and organizational features, while nvALT focuses on simplicity and speed with its plain text approach. Users seeking advanced features and customization may prefer Footnote, whereas those looking for a lightweight, straightforward solution might opt for nvALT.