Joplin
joplinapp.orgBuild Difficulty: 5/5
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How to Replace JoplinOverview
Features
15 features across 12 categories
Access(1)
A terminal app version is available for command-line access
Collaboration(1)
Share notes with friends, family or colleagues and collaborate on them in real-time
Content(1)
Support for images, videos, PDFs and audio files in notes
Content Creation(1)
Create math expressions and diagrams directly from the app
Customization(3)
Customise the app with custom themes to match your preferences
Choose between Rich Text or Markdown text editors
Customise the app with plugins and create your own scripts and plugins using the Extension API
Data Ownership(1)
Notes are saved to an open format so you'll always have access to them
Integration(1)
Save web pages or take screenshots as notes using the web clipper extension available on Chrome and Firefox
Mobile(1)
Take photos with the mobile app and save them directly to a note
Productivity(2)
Create reminders and alarms for your notes
Create and manage to-do lists within the app
Security(1)
Uses E2EE to secure your notes and ensure no-one but yourself can access them
Sharing(1)
Publish a note to the internet and share the URL with others
Sync(1)
Access your notes from your computer, phone or tablet by synchronising with various services
Cost Calculator
Pricing data not available for Joplin. Check their website for current pricing.
Build vs Buy
Should you build a Joplin alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 15 features.
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Better ValueBuild Your Own
Buying Joplin saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.
Estimates based on 15 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.
Integrations
5 known integrations