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Obsidian
AICores
Local-first Markdown note-taking with plugins and graph view
43 reviews
Free tierHas API
Obsidian is the best local-first note-taking tool. Your notes are plain Markdown files you own forever. The plugin ecosystem is incredible.
What's great
- Local files you own forever
- Massive plugin ecosystem
- Completely free for personal use
Watch out for
- Sync requires paid plan
- No native collaboration
- Plugin quality varies
Quick Facts
PricingFrom $50/year
Free tierYes
PlatformsWindows, Mac, Linux
APIAvailable
CategoryCloud Storage & Collaboration
Q: What is Obsidian?
Obsidian stores notes as local Markdown files with a plugin ecosystem of 1000+ extensions. It features bidirectional linking, graph view, and complete data ownership.
Q: How much does Obsidian cost?
Obsidian starts at $50/year.
Q: Who is Obsidian best for?
Obsidian is best for users who want complete ownership of their notes with extensible functionality.
Q: Is Obsidian free?
Obsidian offers a freemium model with a free tier. Paid plans start at $50/year.
Best for
Users who want complete ownership of their notes with extensible functionality
Not ideal for
Teams needing real-time collaboration on shared documents
Starter
$50/year
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Last updated: May 2026
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