Head to head · Notes, docs & knowledge management
Microsoft OneNote vs Apple Notes
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Microsoft OneNote rates highest.
| Compare | Microsoft OneNote | Apple Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Notes, docs & knowledge management | Notes, docs & knowledge management |
| Vendor | Microsoft | Apple |
| Headquarters | Redmond, United States | Cupertino, United States |
| Made in India | No | No |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 2003 | 2007 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
Microsoft OneNote: pros & cons
- +Completely free to use
- +23 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +One of the top-ranked notes, docs & knowledge management options in our catalogue
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- Rich-text and markdown editing
- Databases, tables and templates
- Team wikis and permissions
- Web clipping and search
- AI summarisation and writing
- Offline access and sync
Apple Notes: pros & cons
- +Completely free to use
- +19 years in business — a mature, stable product
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- Rich-text and markdown editing
- Databases, tables and templates
- Team wikis and permissions
- Web clipping and search
- AI summarisation and writing
- Offline access and sync
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Microsoft OneNote or Apple Notes?+
Microsoft OneNote scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.7/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is Microsoft OneNote cheaper than Apple Notes?+
Microsoft OneNote starts at Free and Apple Notes at Free. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Microsoft OneNote to Apple Notes?+
Most notes, docs & knowledge management products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.
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