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The Archive vs Foam: catalog facts
The ArchiveFoam
Paid

Paid app with a 60-day free trial.

Free

Free and open source with no subscription.

macOS Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Notes stored as plain Markdown text files
  • Sync through any cloud storage folder
  • Notes stored as standard Markdown files
  • Wikilinks, backlinks, embeds and graph view
  • macOS only
  • Site lists compatibility up to macOS 14 Sonoma
  • Requires Visual Studio Code
  • No dedicated mobile app
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open 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 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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