Compare software

FSNotes vs 1Writer: catalog facts
FSNotes	1Writer
Paid No subscription; the official stable release is distributed through the App Store.	Paid A paid app on the App Store.
macOS, iOS	iOS
Notes are plain Markdown files readable without the app Built-in Git backups with history	Works on plain text and Markdown files you own Dropbox, WebDAV and iCloud Drive sync
Apple platforms only Sync relies on iCloud Drive or your own Git setup	iOS and iPadOS only No Android or desktop version of its own
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

Catalog facts only. Anything “not stated” is unconfirmed. Check full listings for details.