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 users who prefer a Markdown-based system on Mac. GNotes, on the other hand, offers better integration with Google services and supports rich text editing, making it suitable for users who need more versatile note-taking options across devices.