SiYuan
8.4#16 in note-taking apps$64 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitSiYuan vs Turtl
What both publish
| Fact | SiYuan | Turtl |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Paid options include third-party S3 and WebDAV data sync and backup; users must provide their own storage, and Nutstore is not supported for WebDAV. | The official feature and download pages describe Chrome and Firefox bookmarking extensions and Android sharing, but do not list other integrations. |
| Note sharing | Yes | Yes |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | SiYuan describes itself as a privacy-first personal knowledge management system supporting Markdown, block-level references, and bidirectional links. | Turtl describes itself as a secure, collaborative notebook for organizing bookmarks, passwords, files, and shopping lists. |
SiYuan plans
- FreeFree
- PRO Features$64, paid once
- Subscription$148, paid once
Turtl plans
- Premium$3 a month
- Business$8 a month
- BasicFree
- Custom plansPriced on request
Pick SiYuan if…
It suits people who want structured personal notes with backlinks, databases, and spaced repetition. It also offers offline use and self-hosting options for users who want data on their own device or server.
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.