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 speed and simplicity with basic Markdown support, while Typora offers a more feature-rich experience with real-time preview and extensive customization options. Users seeking a fast, minimalist approach may prefer nvALT, whereas those needing advanced Markdown capabilities and a polished interface might opt for Typora.