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AFFiNE vs HackMD

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AFFiNE

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.

Note-Taking & PKMFreemiumOpen Source
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HackMD

HackMD is a note-taking tool that real-time collaborative markdown editor for team documentation with split-pane editing and publishing. It offers a freemium pricing model.

Quick Facts

AFFiNE

CompanyToeverything
Year Launched2022
Pricing ModelFreemium
Open SourceYes
CategoryNote-Taking & PKM
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Web

HackMD

CompanyHackMD
Year Launched2015
Pricing ModelFree
Open SourceNo
CategoryNote-Taking & PKM
PlatformsWeb

Pricing

AFFiNE

Freemium

Free: Free

Pro: $6.75/mo/annual

Team: $10/mo/annual per seat

Believer Plan: $499.99/one-time

HackMD

Free

Free Plan: 0

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