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turtl vs Notesnook

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

turtl

7.0
Security & Privacy

Secure collaborative notebook

Notesnook

8.0
Security & Privacy

Privacy-focused note taking app

Metric turtl Notesnook
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 4 121
90-day Installs 7 335
365-day Installs 49 1.1K
Version 0.7.2.6-sqlite-fix 3.3.17
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 730 13.8K
GitHub Forks 51 931
Open Issues 64 1.1K
License GPL-3.0 GPL-3.0
Language JavaScript TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 8mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Jun 30, 2016 Sep 5, 2022

Reviews

turtl

Turtl is a secure, collaborative notebook application designed for privacy-focused users. It offers encrypted note storage, team collaboration features, and self-hosting capabilities, making it an appealing alternative to mainstream note-taking services.

Turtl provides a secure, encrypted platform for creating, sharing, and collaborating on notes and files.

Pros

  • + Strong focus on security and privacy with encrypted storage
  • + Open-source and self-hostable for greater control
  • + Collaborative features for teams and shared spaces

Cons

  • - Early maturity with limited installs and some open issues
  • - Reports of occasional data loss or account issues

Notesnook

Notesnook is a privacy-focused, open-source note-taking app with end-to-end encryption and self-hosting capabilities. It offers a secure alternative to Evernote, appealing to users who prioritize data control and security.

Notesnook provides a secure, encrypted platform for note-taking, allowing users to self-host their data for enhanced privacy.

Pros

  • + Open-source and end-to-end encrypted for maximum privacy
  • + Cross-platform support with self-hosting capabilities
  • + Strong community and developer engagement

Cons

  • - Higher price compared to alternatives
  • - Complex setup for self-hosting