Logseq

Open-source outliner for networked notes and journals

A privacy-first, open-source outliner that stores notes as local Markdown or Org files with backlinks, daily journals and graph view. For people building a personal knowledge base.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Notes & Knowledge

Logseq is an alternative to

Roam Research · Dynalist · Obsidian

Logseq compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Logseq	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Roam Research	Paid	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Standard Notes	Free plan	Yes	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
SiYuan	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted
SilverBullet	Free	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Outline	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Wiki.js	Free	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted

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Questions

Is Logseq free?

Logseq is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Logseq open source?

Yes, Logseq is open source.

What platforms does Logseq run on?

Logseq is available for Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Logseq?

Similar indie products include Roam Research, Standard Notes, SiYuan, SilverBullet and 4 more.

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