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nimblenoteSideNotes
Free

Offered as a free download with no paid tier mentioned.

 Paid

Commercial Mac app from Apptorium; check the developer's site for current pricing.

macOS macOS
  • Create, search, edit and delete notes without the mouse
  • Automatic saving as you type
  • Notes panel appears at the screen edge without app switching
  • Markdown, tasks, images and colors in notes
  • Deliberately minimal feature set
  • Theme options are still listed as coming soon
  • Mac only
  • Suited to quick notes rather than a large knowledge base
Downloadable app Downloadable app
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

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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