Joplin vs Microsoft OneNote
| Tagline | Open-source note-taking app | Digital notebook from Microsoft |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Productivity | Productivity |
| Pricing | Open Source | Free |
| Upvotes | 0 | 0 |
| Comments | 0 | 0 |
| Page views | 0 | 0 |
| Click-through to site | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Readiness Score | 43/100 | 71/100 |
| Launched | Oct 5, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 |
| Maker | — | — |
What is Joplin?
Joplin stores Markdown notes and to-dos with sync and end-to-end encryption.
What is Microsoft OneNote?
OneNote organizes typed and handwritten notes in notebooks, sections and pages, synced across devices.
Not sold on either? See alternatives to Joplin or alternatives to Microsoft OneNote.
Verdict
Microsoft OneNote leads on 1 of the measurable metrics above (votes, engagement, click-through and readiness). Choose Joplin if you want open-source note-taking app; choose Microsoft OneNote if you want digital notebook from Microsoft.
Is Joplin better than Microsoft OneNote?
On AskableHQ's community and engagement data, Microsoft OneNote currently performs better, but the right choice depends on your use case.
Which is cheaper, Joplin or Microsoft OneNote?
Joplin is Open Source; Microsoft OneNote is Free. Check each website for current plans.