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Simplenote vs Craft

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Simplenote

7.0
Productivity

React client for Simplenote

Craft

8.0
Productivity

Native document editor

Metric Simplenote Craft
Category Productivity Productivity
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 78 122
90-day Installs 202 445
365-day Installs 840 1.6K
Version 2.24.0 3.4.2
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 5.2K 11.0K
GitHub Forks 582 1.4K
Open Issues 261 126
License GPL-2.0 MIT
Language TypeScript C
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 2y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Sep 24, 2020

Reviews

Simplenote

Simplenote is a React-based note-taking client offering a modern interface and syncing capabilities across platforms. It benefits users seeking a desktop solution for note management with a preference for open-source tools.

Provides a desktop client for the Simplenote note-taking service, enabling users to create, edit, and sync notes across devices.

Pros

  • + Open-source and cross-platform compatibility
  • + Modern React-based interface
  • + Active GitHub maintenance

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates
  • - Recent concerns about Simplenote's future
  • - High number of open GitHub issues

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