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Markdown Editor vs MarkReader: catalog facts
Markdown EditorMarkReader
Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Free

Free and open source under GPL-3.0.

Android Android
  • Opens .md files directly from the file manager
  • Formatting toolbar for styling and links
  • Renders Markdown and highlights code
  • Edits notes with a live preview
  • Basic editor without sync or note organisation
  • Mainly aimed at mobile use
  • Android only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT License: GPL-3.0-only
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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