AxNote: Note Taking

AxNote: Note Taking

Sketches, text & images

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4 reviews
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This app offers an intelligent canvas for note-taking, allowing users to generate summaries from text, handwriting, and audio recordings. It supports image annotation, data visualization with tables and charts, and handwriting conversion to typed text. Designed for Apple Pencil, it provides flexible layouts and on-device AI features.

AI-powered summaries from text, handwriting, and audio
Audio transcription and topic exploration
Image and PDF annotation
Data visualization with tables and charts
Handwriting to typed text conversion
Apple Pencil integration
Customizable layouts
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What's New in AxNote

3.1.4

June 21, 2026

This update fixes a bug where audio transcriptions and summaries may have been unavailable when the recording language differed from the device's default language. For more information about AxNote updates, please visit https://support.animantlabs.com/axnote/updates

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User reviews

Meh

I'm not impressed. I found this to be a bare minimum, simplistic, unappealing-to-the-eye note taking app with below average quality feautures, a very poor selection of note taking tools, and lackluster customizable options -- all of which are giminicky to use.

Good start

I do like how native it looks, but at the same time, I think it feels way too much like Apple Notes. It doesn’t have any zoom and the handwriting is the same as apple notes, mediocre. If you can fix those two things, I think this app has some serious potential!

Edit: Also if you want an example for what I consider to be the best handwriting I’ve seen in a note taking app, try Element Notes which is what I’m using right now, but I want to ditch it because it’s been unstable on newer updates and the dev seems to have abandoned it.
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Just what I've been looking for!

Just what I've been looking for..hope you keep improving it 🙏

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Thanks for your support!

Best free note taking app!

I have tried ALL of the free note taking apps but and this one by far is the best. This includes PDF exporting, a clean display, and looks very similar to Apple’s Files app which I love. It has multiple sections and folder so organization is not a problem. Very simple and efficient. One specific detail is that the highlighter highlights UNDER the writing, which is AMAZING. Seriously don’t know why there aren’t more reviews on this app.
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FAQ

What is AxNote?

AxNote is an intelligent canvas designed for note-taking. It allows users to generate summaries from their notes and audio recordings, explore topics within recordings, and create flashcards. It also supports handwriting conversion to typed text and image annotation.

Does AxNote have ads?

No, AxNote does not contain advertisements. It is a free application that focuses on providing a seamless user experience without interruptions.

What devices does AxNote support?

AxNote is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. This broad compatibility ensures users can access their notes across multiple Apple devices.

How does AxNote handle user data privacy?

AxNote prioritizes user control over data. Users can choose to save their documents using their preferred cloud storage provider via the Files app or store them locally on their device. AI features run directly on the device.

Can I create flashcards with AxNote?

Yes, AxNote allows you to create flashcards from your notes with a single tap. The AI-powered Magic Summary feature can generate summaries that are perfect for revision and can be converted into formats compatible with popular flashcard platforms.

Is AxNote suitable for students?

Yes, AxNote is highly suitable for students. Its features like audio transcription, topic exploration in recordings, and flashcard creation are ideal for lecture notes, revision, and studying.

How often is AxNote updated?

The latest version of AxNote is 3.1.2, last updated on February 6, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.

What makes AxNote good for Apple Pencil users?

AxNote is specifically made for Apple Pencil, offering support for tilt and pressure sensitivity, shape snapping, Apple Pencil Hover, and handwriting-to-text conversion. This makes it an ideal tool for digital handwriting and sketching.