Notable review
A focused desktop Markdown notebook with strong local-first organization and export tools.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Notable is a free desktop note-taking application for people who want Markdown files stored locally on their device. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it suitable for users who prefer offline access and control over their notes and attachments. The feature set covers everyday writing as well as technical documentation: GitHub-Flavored Markdown, KaTeX expressions, Mermaid diagrams, task checkboxes, nested tags, fuzzy search, and links between notes and attachments. Split-editor and multi-note editing support more structured writing sessions.
Its local-first design is the central choice. Notes and attachments stay in a local data directory, while Dropbox, Google Drive, or Git can be used to synchronize that data. The app also imports from Evernote and Boostnote, then exports to Markdown, HTML, or PDF. Sharing notes through links adds a straightforward publishing option, but the product is better suited to individual desktop work than to teams that need real-time collaboration. Users who value local files, offline access, and portable exports should find the workflow well aligned with their needs.
Notable keeps its scope focused rather than adding AI features or a broad mobile experience. That makes it a practical choice for desktop Markdown note-taking, especially when diagrams, mathematical expressions, attachments, and task checkboxes matter. It is less suitable for buyers who need mobile note access, built-in AI assistance, or shared editing with collaborators. Choose Notable for a free, locally stored notebook across Windows, macOS, and Linux; choose another app when collaboration or mobile continuity is the priority.
Notable pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Local storage supports offline note-taking and attachment access.
- Markdown, KaTeX, Mermaid, links, tags, and fuzzy search cover varied notes.
- Imports, exports, and Dropbox, Google Drive, and Git fit flexible workflows.
- Where it doesn't
- Desktop-focused, with no current mobile note-taking experience.
- No AI features or real-time collaboration.
- Sharing is link-based rather than a collaborative editing workflow.
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