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Effie vs Bear: catalog facts
Effie	Bear
Freemium Free to download, with paid plans listed on the pricing page.	Freemium Free tier available; Bear Pro subscription adds sync and export options.
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	macOS, iOS, Browser extension
Writing, outlining and mind maps in one app Clients for desktop and mobile platforms	Tag-based organization is flexible compared to rigid folder structures Polished, native Apple design
Proprietary, closed source AI features and plan details are tied to the paid tiers	Apple platforms only, no Windows or Android version Advanced features like export options require a subscription
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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