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Lorien vs Saber: catalog facts
Lorien	Saber
Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.	Free Free and open source.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Infinite canvas for freeform sketching and notes Stroke-based storage keeps save files small	Built specifically for handwriting and stylus input Runs on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux
Not a bitmap painting program Deliberately limited feature set	Focused on handwriting, less suited to typed notes Best experience needs a device with a stylus
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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