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Freemium

Free to download, with paid options and enterprise plans.

 Freemium

Offered in several plans; the homepage links to a plan comparison.

macOS, iOS Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
  • Realistic pens and many paper templates for handwriting
  • PDF annotation with highlights and sticky notes
  • Converts handwriting into editable typed text
  • Pen gestures for erasing and emphasis while writing
  • Limited to Apple devices according to the homepage
  • Best used with a stylus
  • Designed for devices with a pen or stylus
  • Proprietary, with some features tied to paid plans
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 September 23, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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