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Notes vs nimblenote: catalog facts
Notes	nimblenote
Freemium Free and open source; a Pro version for $14.99 adds editing inside task boards.	Free Offered as a free download with no paid tier mentioned.
Windows, macOS, Linux	macOS
Local-first storage Instant search across notes	Create, search, edit and delete notes without the mouse Automatic saving as you type
Task boards are read-only without the paid Pro version No mobile apps mentioned	Deliberately minimal feature set Theme options are still listed as coming soon
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: MPL-2.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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