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nvALT vs Craft

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

nvALT

7.0
Productivity

Note taking app

Craft

8.0
Productivity

Native document editor

Metric nvALT Craft
Category Productivity Productivity
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 15 122
90-day Installs 31 445
365-day Installs 158 1.6K
Version 2.2.8,128 3.4.2
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 11.0K
GitHub Forks 1.4K
Open Issues 126
License MIT
Language C
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago
First Seen Nov 9, 2013 Sep 24, 2020

Reviews

nvALT

nvALT is a powerful note-taking app that leverages Markdown and MultiMarkdown, offering speed and efficiency for writers and developers. It integrates seamlessly with cloud services and is known for its reliability and customization options.

nvALT provides a fast, Markdown-based note-taking experience with cloud syncing capabilities.

Pros

  • + Markdown and MultiMarkdown support
  • + High-speed note-taking experience
  • + Cloud service integration
  • + Reputable developer backing

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited recent updates
  • - Low installation activity in the past 30 days

Craft

Craft is a native document editor with a unique approach, leveraging OpenGL for a Minecraft-like interface. It supports real-time collaboration and is designed for users seeking a creative and visually engaging writing experience.

Craft is a document editor that allows users to create and edit text documents in real-time with a visually immersive interface.

Pros

  • + Open-source with active development
  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Real-time collaboration features
  • + Unique, visually engaging interface

Cons

  • - Persistent segmentation fault issue
  • - Niche appeal may limit user base