Cipher Notes
6.0#24 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroid
VisitCipher Notes vs PrivacyNotes
PrivacyNotes
8.4#2 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cipher Notes | PrivacyNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Notes are encrypted with AES-256-GCM via Android Keystore. | The clients encrypt note data locally with XChaCha20-Poly1305 before synchronization. |
| Open source | Cipher Notes is MIT licensed, and its source code is publicly auditable. | The web, desktop, and mobile apps and their encryption code are published on GitHub under the AGPL. |
Cipher Notes plans
- FreeFree
PrivacyNotes plans
- FreeFree
- 1 GB storage add-on$4.80 a year
- 2 GB storage add-on$8.40 a year
- 5 GB storage add-on$18 a year
- Pro$48, paid once
Pick Cipher Notes if…
Cipher Notes suits Android users who want encrypted notes stored locally and usable offline. It is especially appropriate for people comfortable managing passwords and optional local synchronization themselves.
Pick PrivacyNotes if…
PrivacyNotes may suit people who want an offline-capable workspace with encrypted sync and several import options. Its self-custody setup is for users prepared to safeguard their recovery phrase.