AFFiNE vs GoodNotes

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.

GoodNotes is a note-taking tool that handwriting-focused note-taking app for ipad and apple platforms with ocr search and pdf annotation. It offers a freemium pricing model.