1. Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft · Redmond · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.7/5
Free digital notebook.
Free
Free plan available
Notes, docs & knowledge management · Alternatives
Best Google Keep alternatives in India (2026)
Google Keep is a notes, docs & knowledge management product from Google, Mountain View, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 3 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Google Keep are Microsoft OneNote (Free), Apple Notes (Free), Zoho Writer (Free), Logseq (Free) and Simplenote (Free). Microsoft OneNote is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a Google Keep alternative
Indian support and GST
Google Keep is built in United States. 3 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
A mobile app
Google Keep does not list an Android app. 1 alternatives do.
Reported limitation
Organisation is limited to labels, colours and pins, with no notebooks or folders listed by Google
Reported limitation
Google does not publish a paid plan or support tier for Keep on its own
Google Keep alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Google Keep's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Google Keep (current) | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | — |
| 1 | Microsoft OneNote | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 | vs Google Keep |
| 2 |  Apple Notes | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 | vs Google Keep |
| 3 |  Zoho Writer | Free | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | vs Google Keep |
| 4 |  Logseq | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | |
| 5 |  Simplenote | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | |
| 6 |  Dropbox Paper | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 7 |  Samsung Notes | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Evernote | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | vs Google Keep |
| 9 |  Obsidian | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 10 |  Bear | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 11 |  Joplin | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 12 |  Craft | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 13 |  Standard Notes | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 14 |  Notesnook | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 15 |  Zoho Notebook | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | vs Google Keep |
| 16 |  Anytype | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 17 |  AFFiNE | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 18 |  Milanote | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 19 |  Zoho Learn Knowledge | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 20 |  Almanac | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 |
Top 10 Google Keep alternatives in detail
Free
Free plan available
3. Zoho Writer
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.7/5
Online word processor.
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Google Keep
- Built in India (Chennai)
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Google Keep
- Open source
5. Simplenote
Automattic · San Francisco · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.6/5
Simple synced notes.
Free
Free plan available
6. Dropbox Paper
Dropbox · San Francisco · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.5/5
Collaborative docs.
Free
Free plan available
7. Samsung Notes
Samsung · Seoul · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.4/5
Notes on Samsung devices.
Free
Free plan available
8. Evernote
Bending Spoons · Milan · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.6/5
Notes, web clipping and search.
Free plan
Free plan available
9. Obsidian
Obsidian · Toronto · Notes, docs & knowledge management · 4.5/5
Local markdown knowledge base.
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Google Keep alternatives by what you need
Free Google Keep alternatives
Indian alternatives to Google Keep
How to choose a Google Keep alternative
- Decide between a personal tool and a team workspace; migrating later is painful.
- Check offline support if you travel.
- Look at export options so your knowledge is never locked in.
Google Keep alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Google Keep in 2026?+
The closest matches to Google Keep on App Advisor are Microsoft OneNote (Free), Apple Notes (Free), Zoho Writer (Free). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Google Keep, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Google Keep?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Microsoft OneNote (Free), Apple Notes (Free), Zoho Writer (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to Google Keep?+
Yes. 3 alternatives are built in India, including Zoho Writer (Free), Zoho Notebook (Free), Zoho Learn Knowledge (Free plan). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Google Keep vs Microsoft OneNote: which is better?+
Microsoft OneNote is the closest match to Google Keep in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Google Keep alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in notes, docs & knowledge management or a category Google Keep also covers, and Google's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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