Best tool for · Notes & knowledge
What's the best note-taking tool?
Notes, docs and wikis.
First hour with Notion: setup checklist in the profile.
Short comparison
| Tool | Pricing model | Free plan | Starting price | Difficulty | Output rights | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notion | Free plan + paid plans | Yes | $0 · then $10 per seat/mo (billing period not stated) | 2/5 | Not a content generator | Client portals, templates and wikis |
| Obsidian | Free plan + paid plans | Yes | See official site | 2/5 | – | A private second brain |
| Google Docs | Free | Yes | Free | – | – | Drafting and client review |
| Evernote | Free plan + paid plans | Yes | See official site | – | – | Clipping and finding notes |
| Mem | Free plan + paid plans | Yes | See official site | – | – | Notes without folders |
Ranked by fit for solo businesses: tools we profile in depth first, then those used in our research notes, then the rest. Affiliate status never changes the order. See all 5 note-taking tools with a ranked shortlist.
Quick answers
What's the best note-taking tool?
Our overall pick is Notion: Client portals, templates and wikis.
What's the best free note-taking tool?
Notion, which has a free plan or free version. Client portals, templates and wikis.
Which note-taking tool is easiest for beginners?
Obsidian, rated 2/5 to learn.