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Compare Google Keep, Onenote, Evernote, Apple notes, Samsung notes

For many people, cross-platform note-taking is now an indispensable experience in the learning and working process. Currently, there are many note-taking applications on computers and mobile phones, depending on the needs and tastes of users, including: Google Keep, Onenote, Evernote, Apple notes and Samsung notes. Depending on your requirements and needs, you can choose a suitable note-taking application. The following is an overview comparison article of note-taking applications for your reference.

Overview Introduction

Google Keep

This is Google's free note-taking app, available on both Android and iOS. 

  • Simple interface, easy to use, suitable for quick note taking. 
  • Supports multiple note formats, including text, images, audio, lists, etc 
  • Tight integration with other Google apps, like Gmail, Google Calendar, etc

Onenote

This is the application Microsoft Notes, available on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

  • Supports multiple note formats, including text, images, audio, video, etc
  • Allows creating notes with complex layouts, such as tables, diagrams, etc
  • Tight integration with other Microsoft applications, like Office, Outlook, etc

Evernote

This is the application paid notes, available on both Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.

  • Supports multiple note formats, including text, images, audio, video, etc
  • Allows creating notes with complex layouts, such as tables, diagrams, etc
  • There are many advanced features, like the ability to organize notes, share notes, etc

Apple Notes

This is the application Apple's free Notes, available on both iOS and macOS.

  • Simple interface, easy to use, suitable for quick note taking.
  • Supports multiple note formats, including text, image, audio, etc
  • Tight integration with other Apple apps, like iCloud, Mail, etc

Samsung Notes

This is the application Samsung's free Notes, available on Android and iOS.

  • Supports multiple note formats, including text, image, audio, etc
  • Allows handwriting with the S Pen.
  • Tight integration with other Samsung apps, like Galaxy Store, Galaxy Apps, etc
Diverse types of note taking applications
Diverse types of note taking applications

Compare Google Keep, Onenote, Evernote, Apple notes, Samsung notes

General features

The existing Google Keep OneNote Evernote Apple Notes Samsung notes
Communication iOS, Android, Web Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web iOS, macOS, iPadOS Android
Display Simple, intuitive Multiple tabs, clear partitions, notebook-like organization Many features, organized like a notebook Minimalist, integrated with the Apple ecosystem Similar to Keep, aimed at quick note taking
Note Text, Checklist, Image, Recording Text, List, Table, Image, Video, attachments Text, List, Table, Image, Video, attachments, Code, Map Text, list, Image, Video, Audio recording Text, Checklist, Image, Recording
Collaboration feature Share and edit Share and edit Share and edit Share with iCloud Share with Samsung account (account)
Cost/Price Free of charge Free of charge

There is a paid version with additional features

Free of charge

Paid version has more capacity & features

Free of charge Free of charge

Strengths & Weaknesses of Notes

Application Strength Weakness
Google Keep Easy to use, quick notes, colorful cards Fewer features compared to OneNote and Evernote
OneNote Well organized, lots of features

Free of charge

Complex interface
Evernote Versatile, many features Multi-layer menu interface

Price is quite high

Apple Notes Tight integration with the Apple ecosystem, simple Few features compared to other applications
Samsung Notes Intuitive interface, quick notes Can only be used on Samsung devices

Note

To be able to choose the best and most suitable, you can refer to the following notes:

  • Individual users need to take quick notes: Google Keep, Samsung Notes
  • Users need many features and good organization: OneNote, Evernote
  • Apple ecosystem users: Apple Notes
  • Samsung device users: Samsung Notes

Conclusion

Choosing the right note-taking application depends on your needs and suitability. So take the time to consider the best options and choose a unique solution that suits all your requirements.

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