Evernote

Remember everything with notes, tasks, and schedules in one place

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About Evernote

Evernote is one of the original note-taking apps that helps you capture, organize, and find information across all your devices. With powerful search that works even within images and handwritten notes, you can quickly find what you need. The app supports rich media including audio notes, PDFs, and attachments, making it ideal for students, researchers, and professionals who need to organize diverse content. While it has faced pricing increases and competition, Evernote remains a robust choice for those who need advanced organization and search capabilities.

Key Features

Rich text notes with formatting

Web clipper for saving articles

Powerful search (including OCR in images)

Audio notes and file attachments

Handwritten notes support

PDF annotation

Offline access

Built-in calendar (2024 feature)

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Powerful search across all content types
• OCR for handwritten notes and images
• Robust web clipper
• Long history and stability
• Great for research and archiving

Cons

• Expensive compared to alternatives ($130/year)
• Very limited free tier (50 notes, 1 notebook)
• Price increased 200% in recent years
• Interface feels dated
• Slow development of new features

Best For

Researchers and academics Professionals with heavy documentation needs Students taking handwritten notes Content curators and archivists Teams already invested in Evernote ecosystem