Best apps like Goodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDF

Goodnotes is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

KobCard by KOB MARKETING

Gift Card Information Platform

4.0(62 ratings)

Free

KobCard is a comprehensive gift card information platform that offers real-time exchange rates, price calculations, and the latest news on gift cards. It serves as a one-stop destination for individuals looking to buy, sell, or stay informed about the world of gift cards.

Top Alternatives to Goodnotes

Kilonotes-Notes & Mark up PDF by Hefei T-Stack Information Technology Co., Ltd.

Handwritten Notes, PDF Editing

Editor's Choice

4.6😊(4.9K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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This app offers a digital notebook experience for handwritten notes, PDF annotation, and study organization. It features freehand drawing, text extraction, AI assistance for learning, and customizable templates to enhance productivity and learning.

What We Love

🚀 Affordable
🚀 Lots of free features
👍 Easy to use and intuitive
👍 Customizable notebooks and pages
👍 Good alternative to paid apps
👍 Helpful for studying and organization

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
🐛 Syncing and backup issues
🔒 Lack of password protection or privacy features
👎 Limited free notebooks
👎 Some features locked behind paywall

Freenotes®: AI Notes Taking by Free Notes AI Note Taker LTD

Docs PDF Memo Planner Pencil

Strong Contender

4.7😊(63K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This AI-powered digital notepad transforms your device into an intelligent workspace. It offers handwriting recognition, PDF annotation, and AI assistance for summarizing documents, answering questions, and aiding in study. Organize notes, sketch ideas, and sync across devices for a seamless paperless experience.

What We Love

🚀 Completely free app with no ads or in-app purchases
👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
📚 Comprehensive note-taking features (layers, templates, stickers, etc.)
🎨 Highly customizable (colors, fonts, covers, etc.)
🗂️ Excellent organization tools (folders, notebooks, etc.)
💻 Seamless integration with iPad and Apple Pencil
🔥 Regularly updated with new features and improvements

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional issues with syncing and iCloud backup
🖌️ Limited customization options for pen/pencil settings
🔍 Lack of handwriting recognition and search
🔗 No support for external links or clickable content
🔀 Difficulty in rearranging or splitting notebooks

Noteful: Notes & PDF Markup by Noteful Technologies Ltd

Highlight. Write. Learn.

Worth Considering

Notability: AI Note Journal

4.8😊(24K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app revolutionizes paperless note-taking on iPad, allowing for handwritten notes, document annotation, and knowledge organization. It offers a fluid writing experience, PDF markup, powerful tagging, and audio recording synced with notes.

What We Love

🚀 Smooth writing experience
👍 Intuitive and easy to use
💡 Layers feature
👍 Affordable one-time purchase
🚀 Efficient and lightweight
👍 Great organization with tags and folders
👍 Customizable UI

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
🔍 No handwriting recognition or search
🔍 Limited text editing options
🔍 Lack of advanced features like math conversion
🔍 Exporting PDFs loses some formatting

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Transform handwritten notes into editable text with advanced AI. Brainstorm on an infinite canvas, annotate PDFs, and create structured documents. Supports 66 languages and works across devices.

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This app offers a distraction-free digital notebook experience with advanced handwriting, PDF annotation, and sketching capabilities. It features unique brushes, a powerful rendering engine, and smart organization tools. Sync your notes across devices and collaborate with others seamlessly.

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Feenote - Notes and lists

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Handwriting with Apple Pencil or stylusCustomizable pen color, thickness, and styleAdd images to notes

Capture ideas, inspiration, and creativity with a simple yet powerful note-taking application. Supports handwriting with styluses or fingers, image insertion, and sharing options. Protect your notes with a passcode.

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Noteshelf 3: AI Digital Notes

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Handwritten note creationPDF annotation and markupAudio recording with notes

Create handwritten notes, annotate PDFs, and record audio with this app. It offers extensive customization for notebooks, a variety of writing tools, and AI-powered features for summarization and translation. Organize your thoughts and documents seamlessly.

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Live Paper dynamic stationeryOver 400 stationery typesImport and annotate PDFs

Create custom digital notebooks with a vast library of stationery or import your own PDFs for annotation. Write naturally with a stylus and organize your notes with dynamic features like live planners and searchable handwriting.

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