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Bear vs FSNotes: catalog facts
Bear	FSNotes
Freemium Free tier available; Bear Pro subscription adds sync and export options.	Paid No subscription; the official stable release is distributed through the App Store.
macOS, iOS, Browser extension	macOS, iOS
Tag-based organization is flexible compared to rigid folder structures Polished, native Apple design	Notes are plain Markdown files readable without the app Built-in Git backups with history
Apple platforms only, no Windows or Android version Advanced features like export options require a subscription	Apple platforms only Sync relies on iCloud Drive or your own Git setup
Downloadable app, Browser extension	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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