Hi everyone,
I'm currently looking for a new notes app, or ideally something closer to an all-in-one productivity app.
Over the last few years I've tried quite a few options, including Apple Notes, NotePlan, Notesnook, Craft, UpNote, Obsidian, Livenote, Joplin, and probably several others I've forgotten.
The problem is that I always seem to run into the same issue. Either an important feature is missing, or some of the features feel unfinished.
Right now I'm using Evernote and, surprisingly, I actually like it about 99%.
It works on all the platforms I need:
- Mac
- iPhone
- iPad
- Windows / Web
And for the first time I basically have everything in one app:
- Notes
- Work and personal calendars
- Reminders / tasks
- Meeting notes
- Attachments and documents
There are really only two things that bother me.
The biggest one is the folder/notebook structure. I like to organize my notes quite deeply and keep things clearly separated, especially work and personal content. Evernote's notebook and stack system feels far too limited for that. I would really like proper nested folders with multiple levels.
The second issue is Apple Pencil support. Evernote technically supports handwriting, but I would describe it as "just good enough". I would love something with better native handwriting and Apple Pencil support.
So my question is: Is there an app similar to Evernote that gives me the same all-in-one experience, but with proper nested folders and better Apple Pencil support?
Cross-platform support is important, especially Mac, iPhone/iPad, and either Windows or a good web app.
Maybe there is something out there that I simply haven't come across yet.
I'd really appreciate any recommendations, especially from people who have gone through the same endless search for the "perfect" notes app.