Markor
Markor: A capable open-source Android editor for local Markdown and structured text files. Ranked #130 of 214 in Note-Taking Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for android power users needing local Markdown files.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forAndroid power users needing local Markdown files
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Offline accessYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Works offline with local filesystem storage
- Supports Markdown, todo.txt, CSV, JSON, YAML and more
- Previews, converts and shares documents as HTML or PDF
Where it doesn't
- Available only on Android
- Synchronization depends on separate sync applications
- No built-in AI features or collaboration tools
Our verdict on Markor
Markor is an open-source Android text editor for notes, to-do lists and plaintext files. It is aimed at people who want direct control over local files rather than a cloud-first note system. The format coverage is broad: Markdown, todo.txt, Zim/WikiText, CSV, JSON, YAML and other formats are supported. Notebook, QuickNote and to-do workflows give the app structure for different kinds of text-based work, while syntax highlighting and format-specific editing actions support more specialized files.
The published pricing model is open source, and Markor has a free plan. Its core workflow is offline editing with local filesystem storage, automatic saving, undo and redo. HTML and PDF preview, conversion and sharing add useful output options without changing the local-file approach. Users can also configure filesystem locations, select a language and use a dark theme. Optional AES-256 encryption is available for text files, making the app a fit for users who want local storage with an additional protection option.
Markor’s ecosystem fit depends on separate synchronization tools rather than built-in synchronization. Listed integrations include BitTorrent Sync, Dropbox, FolderSync, OwnCloud, NextCloud, Seafile, Syncthing and Syncopoli. That arrangement suits Android users who already manage files through one of those services, but adds another layer to a workflow that needs synchronized files. The Android-only platform also narrows its reach, and the product does not provide AI features or collaboration tools. Choose Markor for offline, format-flexible local editing on Android; choose a broader note suite if cross-platform collaboration or built-in AI is central to your requirements.
Questions about Markor
What does Markor run on? Android. It runs as a mobile app.
What does Markor integrate with? 8 integrations, including BitTorrent Sync, Dropbox, FolderSync, OwnCloud and NextCloud.
Who is Markor built for? Solo users and small businesses (our editorial estimate).
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Markor pricing
Markor fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Offline access | Yes |
| Supported platforms | android |
| Note sharing | Yes |
| Real-time collaboration | Not verified |
| Storage limit | Not verified |
| Integrations | BitTorrent Sync, Dropbox, FolderSync, OwnCloud, NextCloud, Seafile, Syncthing, Syncopoli |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | Android |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: BitTorrent Sync, Dropbox, FolderSync, OwnCloud, NextCloud, Seafile … |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | github.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Markor integrations
Markor lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- BitTorrent Sync
- Dropbox
- FolderSync
- OwnCloud
- NextCloud
- Seafile
- Syncthing
- Syncopoli
Alternatives to Markor
- Microsoft OneNoteA broad, collaborative note system with strong Microsoft integration and a capable free option.9.3
- NotionA flexible workspace for teams that want notes and knowledge bases alongside databases and collaboration.9.2
- EvernoteA broad note-taking workspace for organizing information, tasks, calendars, and documents.9.0
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