Bear

by Shiny Frog · Parma, Italy · Since 2016

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Notes, docs & knowledge managementFree plan

Starting price: Free plan
Free trial / plan: Free plan; Start without a card
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.5; transparency & India fit

What is Bear?

Bear is notes, docs & knowledge management from Shiny Frog, based in Parma, Italy and has been building software since 2016. Markdown notes for Apple.

Note-taking and knowledge tools range from personal note apps to team wikis and all-in-one workspaces. The market has consolidated around a few flexible products, with strong free tiers that cover most individuals and small teams.

A free plan is available, with paid plans for growing teams.

What works well

+7-day free trial
+Prices published openly on the official pricing page
+iOS app published by the vendor
+Developer API documented on the official site

What to watch out for

−No free plan on the official pricing page
−Prices listed in USD, not Indian rupees

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

Bear at a glance

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Bear features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Bear adds. Verify depth in a demo.

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
Integrations and embeds
Export and backup
Free plan to start without a card

Bear pricing

Entry price

Free plan

Free plan, paid tiers for more users and features

How Bear charges. Plans scale with users or features. Annual billing is usually 15–25% cheaper than monthly, and GST is added on top of listed prices in India.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on bear.app.

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Specifications

Category: Notes, docs & knowledge management
Vendor: Shiny Frog
Headquarters: Parma, Italy
Founded: 2016
Pricing model: Freemium
Starting price: Free plan
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

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Bear — frequently asked questions

How much does Bear cost?+

Bear publishes its plans at https://bear.app/. Check that page for current prices, as plans change.

Does Bear have a free trial?+

Yes. Bear's official site offers a free trial of 7 days.

Does Bear have a mobile app?+

Yes. Bear's official website links to its iOS app.

What is Bear?+

Bear is notes, docs & knowledge management by Shiny Frog. Markdown notes for Apple.

How much does Bear cost?+

Bear has a free plan. Check the vendor's pricing page for current plans.

Does Bear offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Bear offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Bear made in India?+

No. Bear is developed by Shiny Frog in Parma, Italy.

Who is Bear best suited for?+

Bear suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for notes, docs & knowledge management.

What are the best alternatives to Bear?+

Popular alternatives in notes, docs & knowledge management include Zoho Notebook, Zoho Writer, Microsoft OneNote. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Bear deployed?+

Bear is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.