Goodnotes
9.0#2 in note-taking appsFrom $11.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitGoodnotes vs Xournal++
What both publish
| Fact | Goodnotes | Xournal++ |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Organization | The app organizes documents with folders, notebooks, and favorites, with unlimited folders listed in its app description. | Journals use the .xopp format and can contain pages, strokes, shapes, images, and layers, with page and layer previews in the sidebar. |
| PDF annotation | Users can import and mark up PDFs, including filling forms, signing, and annotating documents. | PDFs can be used as journal backgrounds and annotated with pen, highlighter, and text tools. |
| Supported platforms | web,windows,macos,ios,android | windows,macos,linux |
| What it does | Goodnotes is a note-taking and PDF-markup app for handwritten or typed notes, documents, and whiteboards. | Xournal++ is open-source, cross-platform note-taking software for handwritten notes and PDF annotation. |
Goodnotes plans
- FreeFree
- Essential$11.99 a year
- Pro$35.99 a year
- AI Pass$9.99 a month
- Teams$120 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
Xournal++ plans
- Xournal++Free
Pick Goodnotes if…
Goodnotes suits people who want a note-taking app with offline access and sharing across its supported platforms. Teams may find the collaboration and administration features relevant, while users should check plan limits and AI Pass availability.
Pick Xournal++ if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.