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MarkReader vs Markdown Editor: catalog facts
MarkReaderMarkdown Editor
Free

Free and open source under GPL-3.0.

Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

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

Checked October 8, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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