4.7/5 stars on the App Store

Looking for a Craft alternative that does more than docs?

NotePlan is more than just notes - it offers a structured approach to managing projects and tackling tasks. With daily notes and folders, you can supercharge your workflow and stay on top of your work effortlessly.

Why choose NotePlan?


Document Structure	Markdown files for simplicity and portability	Restrictive proprietary format, less portable
Task Management	Timeblocking, repeating tasks, custom views, fluid task movement, Review feature for filtering	Primitive task management with simple checkboxes
Backlinks	Bidirectional linking for easy navigation	Basic document linking
Search	Full-text search with filters across all notes for quick access	Search limited to documents and blocks without filters
Multiple Teamspaces	Multiple Teamspace in one subscription for seamless team collaboration	Need a subscription for each Teamspace
Weekly Review	Built-in weekly review for better planning	Feature not available
Calendar & Reminders	Integrates with calendar and reminders for productivity	Limited features available
Customization and Theming	Highly customizable with fonts, colors, styles, and editor	Restricted to available presets
Tags and Mentions	Supports hashtags and mentions, with search functionality for both	No support for hashtags; Cannot search by mentions
Plugin Architecture	Supports a wide range of plugins for task management and note-taking	No plugin system

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Task Management

Go beyond checkboxes with powerful tasks in NotePlan

Craft offers basic to-dos, but NotePlan goes beyond. Schedule tasks, set deadlines, and create recurring reminders. Easily move tasks and view them by date with a single click. And, powerful filtering helps you prioritize and stay focused.

Time Blocking.: Make real progress on your tasks by setting aside blocks of time. Stay focused and productive with time-block reminders.
Custom Task Filters.: Ensure nothing slips through the cracks with dedicated filter views that collect your tasks. Want to see overdue tasks with a #tag from project notes only? No problem
Schedule.: Plan tasks in the future with a few keystrokes, from tomorrow to next year. And see the task pop up when your daily note rolls around.

Better Organizing

Organize your thoughts and projects more effectively

NotePlan simplifies task management with backlinks, tags, and @mentions, allowing easy navigation between tasks. Its weekly review feature provides a clear overview of your progress, helping you adjust your workflow efficiently.

Backlinking: NotePlan lets you create deeper connections between ideas with backlinks.
Tags & Mentions: Jump between tasks, notes, and people with @mentions and #tags in NotePlan.
Weekly Review: Get a clear picture of your week. Review completed tasks, open items, and easily reschedule for the future.

Plugins & Customizations

NotePlan let's you customize everything

NotePlan goes beyond. Automate tasks, track stats, and personalize everything - fonts, colors, formatting, even code. Craft limits you to presets. Unleash your productivity with a truly customized workspace. (Available on native apps only)

Plugins: Automate tasks, track stats, and more with plugins for notes and organization.
Templates: Create and reuse custom templates for meetings, daily notes, or anything else.
Deep Customization: Personalize fonts, colors, formatting, and even Markdown styles for a perfect workspace.

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