Reviews for Standard Notes
Login to ReviewOliver Davis
Apr 24, 2026Secure but Slow, Could Be Smoother
I appreciate the strong focus on privacy and the open-source nature of Standard Notes. However, the sync between my phone and desktop can be frustratingly slow, and the free version feels quite basic compared to other note apps. It gets the security job done, but the overall experience isn't as fluid as I'd hoped.
Avery Smith
Apr 24, 2026Finally, a notes app I can trust with my thoughts
As someone who values privacy, Standard Notes has been a game-changer. It's incredibly simple to use, and knowing my notes are encrypted end-to-end gives me peace of mind. The sync works flawlessly between my phone and laptop, and the ability to customize it with extensions is a nice bonus.
David Walker
Apr 23, 2026Security over substance
While I appreciate the focus on privacy, it comes at too high a cost. The interface feels sparse and clunky, and even basic features like rich text editing are locked behind a paywall. The syncing between my phone and desktop is painfully slow and unreliable. For a secure notes app, it sacrifices too much usability.
Anna Miller
Apr 20, 2026Finally, a notes app I can trust with my private thoughts
As someone who journals daily, Standard Notes gives me complete peace of mind. The encryption is seamless and knowing my data is secure, whether stored locally or synced, is invaluable. While the core editor is simple, the markdown support and excellent tagging system keep me perfectly organized.
Morgan Walker
Apr 19, 2026My Secure Digital Notebook
I've been using Standard Notes for over a year to keep my personal journal and work ideas safe. The encryption gives me peace of mind, and syncing between my phone and laptop is seamless. I love the markdown support for formatting, and the paid plan themes are a nice touch. It's exactly what I wanted: a simple, secure place for my thoughts.
Morgan Thomas
Apr 18, 2026Finally, a Notes App I Can Trust
As someone who values privacy, Standard Notes is a game-changer. The end-to-end encryption gives me peace of mind for my personal journal and work ideas. The sync between my phone and laptop is seamless, and I love the clean, no-nonsense markdown editor. While the free version is perfectly functional, I happily subscribed for the extra themes and extensions.
Riley Wright
Apr 15, 2026Finally, a notes app that respects my privacy
As someone who deals with sensitive client information, Standard Notes has been a game-changer. The end-to-end encryption gives me real peace of mind, and the syncing between my phone and laptop works seamlessly. I particularly appreciate the straightforward markdown support and tagging system—it keeps my notes organized without unnecessary complexity.
Reese Davis
Apr 14, 2026A great idea for privacy, but frustratingly limited
I really appreciate the open-source approach and strong encryption that Standard Notes offers. However, the core free version feels too basic compared to other note apps, with markdown support being clunky and the interface less intuitive than I'd like. For those who prioritize security above all else, it's a solid choice, but I found myself missing features I use daily in other apps.
Quinn Johnson
Apr 12, 2026Great for Privacy, Rough Around the Edges
As someone deeply concerned about data privacy, Standard Notes' strong encryption and open-source nature are exactly what I needed. However, I find the free version's features quite limited, and the overall interface feels a bit clunky compared to more polished mainstream apps. The sync works reliably, but the experience isn't as seamless as I'd hoped.
Lisa Miller
Apr 11, 2026Security-First, User Experience Last
I wanted to love Standard Notes for its strong privacy stance, but the core free version is so bare-bones it's practically unusable for daily note-taking. The constant push to upgrade to a paid plan for basic features like rich text or advanced organization feels manipulative, and even the syncing between my devices was slow and glitchy. For a note app, the fundamental writing experience shouldn't feel like a chore.
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Standard Notes
Standard Notes is an open-source, encrypted notes app that focuses on privacy and security. It stores all notes locally by …
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