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Best PKM Apps Right Now

  1. 1.Obsidian logoObsidianBest Value for All Round
  2. 2.Tana logoTanaBest AI PKM App
  3. 3.Logseq logoLogseqBest for Flashcards & Community
  4. 4.Reflect Notes logoReflect NotesBest for Security & Kindle Lovers
  5. 5.Heptabase logoHeptabaseBest for Researchers & Visual Thinkers
  6. 6.Roam Research logoRoam ResearchBest for PKM Nerds
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Fly Notes logoFly NotesQuick-capture notes with AI chatMojoPad logoMojoPadPKM, Second Brain, Journal, NoteReckon logoReckonTrack decisions vs outcomesSmasi logoSmasiPersonal wiki without markdownJade Note logoJade NoteMCP-ready AI notesOmphalis logoOmphalisSave articles, PDFs and podcasts, then read or listen and acKortex logoKortexNote-TakingInkdrop logoInkdropNote-TakingRecall logoRecallKnowledge SaverSublime logoSublimeNote-TakingPlume logoPlumeNote-TakingDynalist logoDynalistNote-TakingAFFiNE Pro logoAFFiNE ProNote-TakingWorkflowy logoWorkflowyNote-TakingAcreom logoAcreomNote-TakingNotesnook logoNotesnookNote-Taking

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Mem logoMemSave $36· MembersRecall logoRecallSave $25· MembersRemNote logoRemNoteSave $12· FreeCapacities logoCapacitiesSave $8· FreeNotePlan logoNotePlanSave $14.85· MembersSupernotes logoSupernotesSave $47.5· MembersSublime logoSublimeSave $25· Members

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Notion logoEvernote logoObsidian logoReflect Notes logo+9

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Best Second Brain Apps in 2026

Having a second brain in the form of a digital app can be a great way to save things and reduce the stress on your first brain. Let's explore all the best Second Brain apps out there. From the creator, Tiago Forte, we'll weave his recommendations in and beyond.

Read the guide →Updated Sept 2026
Obsidian logoNotion logoRoam Research logoReflect Notes logo+4

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Best Logseq Alternatives in 2026

These are the best Logseq alternatives to worth checking out in the next year as the best PKM alternatives on the market. Unlock the best Logseq alternatives in our recommendations below.

Read the guide →Updated Sept 2026
Obsidian logoCapacities logoNotePlan logoEvernote logo+4

Best of/8 tools

Best Note Taking Apps for 2026

Take better notes and organize your thoughts and ideas with PKM tools, all-round note-taking tools and advanced tools with new AI abilities, here's our top note-taking picks. From Obsidian to Anytype, here are the best note-taking apps for you to explore in more detail.

Read the guide →Updated Jun 2026
NotePlan logoBear Notes logoObsidian logoAgenda logo+5

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Best Note Taking Apps for Mac in 2026

As a Mac user, you might be looking for the perfect note taking app to use whilst working on your desktop. We have found ten of the best note taking apps for Mac and gathered them inside this list. Have a read and find the best notes app for your Mac.

Read the guide →Updated Mar 2026
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Best Obsidian Alternatives in 2026

Obsidian is the most beloved note-taking app around because it's free, reliable, and local-first. The seven picks below stick with those same principles where they can, but also lean into the gaps Obsidian leaves behind: native AI, voice capture, and proper team collaboration.

Read the guide →Updated Jun 2026
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Best Capacities Alternatives in 2026

Looking for a Capacities alternative? Discover powerful options like Anytype, Reflect Notes, and Kortex: each offering a unique approach to secure, structured, and AI-enhanced note-taking. Whether you value local-first privacy, intuitive object-based organization, or smart AI features, these tools are worth exploring.

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Best Heptabase Alternatives for 2026

Heptabase is perfect for visual note-taking, but isn't right for everyone. Let's explore the best Heptabase alternatives to optimize your note-taking & digital brain.

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Best Roam Research Alternatives for 2026

Roam pioneered networked note-taking but hasn't kept pace with competitors. Whether you're frustrated by the price, the performance, or just want more features, here are the best alternatives for building your second brain.

Read the guide →Updated May 2026
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Best Note Taking Apps for GTD in 2026

Getting Things Done is a timeless system that many user for their note-taking process. Note-taking is a powerful part of the process that means you can capture notes and process where you can order where they belong.

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Kortex logoEvernote logoTana logoCapacities logo+1

Best of/5 tools

Best Mem Alternatives in 2026

Mem wants you to take notes using AI but it might not strike a cord for many people. That could be how they have built the app, or lack of development or maybe even the future that holds in the note taking space. Let's explore it and Mem's top competitors.

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Bear Notes logoNotePlan logoNotesnook logoSupernotes logo+4

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Best Markdown Note Taking Apps for 2026

Markdown might sound like a complicate language to learn but it works wonders for quick and good quality note-taking. Many people like markdown for the abilities when transferring between apps, meaning they aren't locked into note taking apps that force you to use their note formats, widening your opportunity.

Read the guide →Updated Mar 2026
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Best Notes Apps for iPhone in 2026: Tested

Plenty of people are looking past Apple Notes these days. Some want better AI on their iPhone. Others just want note-taking that feels smoother and does more. We've tested the lot, and these are the six apps worth a spot on your home screen.

Read the guide →Updated Jun 2026

All PKM & Second Brain

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Mem logoMemSave $36 · MembersSmart NotesRecall logoRecallSave $25 · MembersKnowledge SaverRemNote logoRemNoteSave $12 · FreeNote-TakingCapacities logoCapacitiesSave $8 · FreeObject NotesCraft logoCraftDocs & NotesAmplenote logoAmplenoteNote-TakingHeptabase logoHeptabaseNote-TakingScrintal logoScrintalNote-TakingNotePlan logoNotePlanSave $14.85 · MembersNote-TakingSupernotes logoSupernotesSave $47.5 · MembersNote-TakingSublime logoSublimeSave $25 · MembersNote-TakingNotion logoNotionNote-TakingObsidian logoObsidianNote-TakingKortex logoKortexNote-TakingAgenda logoAgendaNote-TakingInkdrop logoInkdropNote-TakingAcreom logoAcreomNote-TakingBear Notes logoBear NotesNote-TakingAnytype logoAnytypeNote-TakingWorkflowy logoWorkflowyNote-TakingAFFiNE Pro logoAFFiNE ProNote-TakingRoam Research logoRoam ResearchNote-TakingDynalist logoDynalistNote-TakingEvernote logoEvernoteNote-TakingThunk Notes logoThunk NotesNote-TakingNotesnook logoNotesnookNote-TakingPlume logoPlumeNote-TakingReflect Notes logoReflect NotesNote-TakingLogseq logoLogseqNote-TakingFly Notes logoFly NotesQuick-capture notes with AI chatMojoPad logoMojoPadPKM, Second Brain, Journal, NoteReckon logoReckonTrack decisions vs outcomesSmasi logoSmasiPersonal wiki without markdownJade Note logoJade NoteMCP-ready AI notesOmphalis logoOmphalisSave articles, PDFs and podcasts, then read or listen and acMilanote logoMilanoteTo Do List AppsMuse logoMusePKM AppsPonder logoPonderPKM AppsTana logoTanaAdPKM NotesDotflowy logoDotflowyBeautiful, open source outliner.