nvALT vs QOwnNotes : Which is Better?

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nvALT

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

Categories: Office & Productivity

Apps available for Mac OS X

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QOwnNotes

QOwnNotes is a free open source (GPL) plain-text notepad with markdown support and todo list manager for GNU/Linux, MacOS and Windows, that (optionally) works together with the notes application of ownCloud or Nextcloud. Developed by Patrizio Bekerle

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Qt

nvALT VS QOwnNotes

nvALT is a lightweight, Mac-exclusive note-taking app focused on speed and simplicity, while QOwnNotes offers a more feature-rich experience with cross-platform capabilities, making it suitable for users who need advanced note management and task integration.

nvALT

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Markdown support
  • Quick note access
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Supports tags for organization

Cons:

  • Mac only
  • Limited formatting options
  • No mobile app

QOwnNotes

Pros:

  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Supports Markdown and LaTeX
  • Integrated task management
  • Multiple note formats
  • Cloud syncing options

Cons:

  • Can be overwhelming for new users
  • Syncing issues reported
  • Less intuitive interface compared to others

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