18.2
Goodnotes is a note-taking app for Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows, with offline access, note sharing, and real-time collaboration.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
Best Handwritten Notes Software in 2026
Handwritten notes software lets you write, organize and mark up notes digitally. The chart covers tools for handwritten pages, with options that may include text conversion, PDF annotation, audio recording, offline work and shared editing. Start by checking Android availability if you use a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Then compare free plans, paid starting prices, trial terms, primary platform and the OCR…
27.8
Notability brings handwritten notes, typed text, recordings, images, and imported documents into one workspace.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
37.5
Free planAndroidiOSmacOS
- 4
Stylus Labs Write
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS7.4$8.99 one-time - 5
Penbook
Free planiOSmacOS7.2$49.99 one-time - 6
Notes Writer
Free planiOSmacOS7.1$6.99 one-time - 7
Saber
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS7.1Free plan - 8
Squid
Free planAndroid7.0Free plan - 9
CollaNote
Free planiOSmacOS6.7Free plan - 10
MyScript Notes
AndroidiOSmacOSWindows6.6 - 11
Xournal++
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.2Free plan - 12
reMarkable app
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.3 - 13
NoteLedge
AndroidiOSmacOSWindows5.2 - 14
Kilonotes
AndroidiOS4.9 - 15
Livescribe+
AndroidiOS4.9 - 16
ZoomNotes
iOSmacOS4.8 - 17
Penly
Android4.6 - 18
Rnote
Linux4.4
Choosing well
Check Android support
Confirm that Android is a supported platform before choosing a tool for a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device. The chart also records primary platform, which helps distinguish a phone app from a web or desktop service.
Compare listed support for iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux and web when you move between devices.
Compare free and paid access
Check whether a free plan is available and read the paid-from price where shown. A free trial can give you time to assess the writing tools before paying.
Trial length and plan limits can differ, so review the pricing details for the app you are considering.
Look at handwriting conversion
If you need typed text, compare the handwriting-to-text field and the OCR languages supported. Language coverage can matter when notes mix scripts or languages.
A handwriting app can still suit you without conversion if you plan to keep pages as ink or export them for annotation.
Match note formats
Check for PDF annotation when you mark up worksheets, documents or reading material. Audio recording is useful when spoken material needs to sit with a handwritten page.
These are separate comparison fields, so confirm the specific capability rather than assuming a note app includes it.
Plan for offline and shared work
Compare offline mode if you write without a connection or want access during travel. Shared note editing matters when a note needs contributions from other people.
Choose based on the way you expect to write and collaborate, not just the app's platform list.
Questions people ask
Do these handwritten note tools run on Android?
Android is one of the platforms represented in the chart. Check the platform entry for the app you want before installing it on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device.
Can I start without paying?
A free plan is offered by items in this category, and a free trial is also offered by items in the category. Check the individual pricing details for limits and terms.
Do handwritten notes become typed text?
The chart compares handwriting-to-text support and OCR languages. Check those fields for the app and language you plan to use.
Can I annotate PDFs?
PDF annotation is a comparison field for this category. Review the app's entry to see whether it fits your document-markup needs.
Which platforms are covered?
Listed platforms include iOS, macOS, Android, Windows, Linux and web. Check the primary platform and supported platforms for your device mix.