AFFiNE vs BookStack

AFFiNE is an open-source knowledge management application that combines documents, whiteboards, and databases in a unified workspace. It operates as a local-first application with optional cloud sync and end-to-end encryption. AFFiNE supports both block-based document editing and freeform canvas-style edgeless editing.

BookStack is an open-source, self-hosted platform for organizing and storing documentation using a book-like hierarchy of shelves, books, chapters, and pages. It features a WYSIWYG editor, full-text search, and role-based access control.