QOwnNotes
7.0#8 in secure notes appsFree planFree planAndroidWebAPIExtension
VisitQOwnNotes vs Turtl
What both publish
| Fact | QOwnNotes | Turtl |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Optional note encryption includes built-in AES-256 and support for custom methods such as PGP. | Turtl encrypts data on the client before transmission, so stored server data remains unreadable without users' keys. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Nextcloud,ownCloud,Nextcloud Notes,QOwnNotesAPI,Nextcloud Deck,CalDAV,Dropbox,Syncthing,Seafile,BitTorrent Sync,Git | The official feature and download pages describe Chrome and Firefox bookmarking extensions and Android sharing, but do not list other integrations. |
| Maker | The site credits Patrizio Bekerle as the maker, and says the application is developed mostly by one person in spare time. | Turtl states that the project is owned and operated by Lyon Bros LLC. |
| Note sharing | Yes | Yes |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | QOwnNotes is a GPL-licensed plain-text Markdown note-taking application for GNU/Linux, macOS, and Windows. | Turtl describes itself as a secure, collaborative notebook for organizing bookmarks, passwords, files, and shopping lists. |
QOwnNotes plans
- QOwnNotesFree
Turtl plans
- Premium$3 a month
- Business$8 a month
- BasicFree
- Custom plansPriced on request
Pick QOwnNotes if…
QOwnNotes suits people who want notes stored as local Markdown files and prefer to choose their own sync client. It also fits users seeking offline access, note encryption or Nextcloud and ownCloud integrations.
Pick Turtl if…
Turtl may suit people who want to organize and share notes, bookmarks, passwords, and files, including those who want offline access or self-hosting. Its shared Spaces offer adjustable collaborator permissions.