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Top 10 Microsoft OneNote Alternatives & Competitors

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Microsoft OneNote is not the only option for Note-Taking Software. Explore other competing options and alternatives. Other important factors to consider when researching alternatives to Microsoft OneNote include features and files. The best overall Microsoft OneNote alternative is Google Workspace. Other similar apps like Microsoft OneNote are Notion, Evernote, Otter.ai, and Goodnotes. Microsoft OneNote alternatives can be found in Note-Taking Software but may also be in Office Suites Software or Knowledge Base Software.

Best Paid & Free Alternatives to Microsoft OneNote

  • Google Workspace
  • Notion
  • Evernote
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Top 10 Alternatives to Microsoft OneNote Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

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    #1

  1. Google Workspace

    By Google
    (43,357)4.6 out of 5

    2. Google Workspace enables teams of all sizes to connect, create and collaborate. It includes productivity and collaboration tools for all the ways that we work: Gmail for custom business email, Drive for cloud storage, Docs for word processing, Meet for video and voice conferencing, Chat for team messaging, Slides for presentation building, shared Calendars, and many more.

    Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Google Workspace is:

    Slower to reach roi
    More usable
    Easier to set up
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    #2

  2. Notion

    By Notion
    (6,778)4.7 out of 5

    3. Notion is a unified workspace for teams. Notion is a connected workspace where your team can create docs, take notes, manage tasks, and organize your work – all in one place. And now, with Notion AI, you can augment your capabilities in new and unexpected ways. Leverage the power of AI right inside Notion, across all your notes and docs, without the need to jump between your work and a separate AI-powered tool.

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    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Notion is:

    Slower to reach roi
    More expensive
    Easier to do business with
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    #3

  3. Evernote

    By Evernote
    (2,014)4.4 out of 5

    4. Remember everything. Capture Everything. Access anywhere. Find things fast.

    Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Evernote is:

    Easier to set up
    Slower to reach roi
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    #4

  4. Otter.ai

    By Otter.ai
    (302)4.3 out of 5

    5. Otter.ai creates technologies and products that make information from important voice conversations instantly accessible and actionable.

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    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Otter.ai is:

    More expensive
    More usable
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    #5

  5. Goodnotes

    By Goodnotes
    (75)4.8 out of 5

    6. Take beautiful, searchable handwritten notes and effortlessly organize all your documents & notebooks in a single place

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    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Goodnotes is:

    More expensive
    More usable
    Easier to admin
    See all Goodnotes reviews
    #6

  6. Zoho Notebook

    By Zoho
    (74)4.4 out of 5

    7. Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Zoho Notebook is:

    More usable
    Better at meeting requirements
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    #7

  7. Bear

    By Shiny Frog
    (43)4.6 out of 5

    8. Bear is a note taking tool for Mac and iOS.

    Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Bear is:

    More usable
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    #8

  8. Notability

    By Gingerlabs
    (42)4.6 out of 5

    9. Notability offers note-taking and sketching tools.

    Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Notability is:

    More usable
    Better at meeting requirements
    Better at support
    See all Notability reviews
    #9

  9. Milanote

    By Milanote
    (41)4.5 out of 5

    10. Milanote is notes app designed for creative work.

    Categories in common with Microsoft OneNote:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft OneNote, Milanote is:

    More usable
    Better at support
    Better at meeting requirements
    See all Milanote reviews
    #10

  10. Simplenote

    By Automattic Inc.
    (39)4.2 out of 5

    11. Simplenote is a note-taking application with markdown support.

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