Apple Notes vs GoodNotes

October 14, 2024 | Author: Adam Levine
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Apple Notes
Apple Notes is a notetaking app developed by Apple. It is provided on their iOS and macOS operating systems. It functions as a service for making short text notes, which can be synchronised between devices using Apple's iCloud service. Allows locking notes with passwords or Face/Touch ID for added security.
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GoodNotes
GoodNotes transforms your iPad into digital paper. It's a single place for all your handwritten notes and formerly paper-based information. Allows for easy annotation on PDFs and images, enhancing document interactivity.

Apple Notes and GoodNotes are both note-takings apps that allow users to create and organize notes with text, images and attached files. They support handwriting and drawing input, provide options for text formatting and annotations. Both offer cloud synchronization across devices.

But Apple Notes (introduced in 2007) works only on Apple devices and deeply integrated with the Apple ecosystem (e.g., iCloud, Siri). It's primarily designed for general note-taking and quick organization and lacks advanced PDF annotation tools and extensive customization options for notebooks.

GoodNotes (2011) is Singapore-based cross-platform service, geared towards users who need advanced handwriting and PDF annotation capabilities. It offers a variety of templates and customizable notebook covers and allows for more collaborative features and sharing options, especially useful for group study or work projects.

See also: Top 10 Note Taking apps
Author: Adam Levine
Adam is an expert in project management, collaboration and productivity technologies, team management, and motivation. With an extensive background working at prestigious companies such as Microsoft and Accenture, Adam's in-depth knowledge and experience in the field make him a sought-after professional. Currently, he has ventured into entrepreneurship, owning a thriving consulting and training agency where he imparts invaluable insights and practical strategies to individuals and organizations, empowering them to achieve their goals and maximize their potential. You can contact Adam via email adam@liventerprise.com