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Simple Sticky Notes4.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Simple Sticky Notes, revolutionary note taking software

161 votes

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PROS: Easy, quick to install, Straightforward to uninstall, if required, Upgrading usually not a problem
CONS: May be a little difficult to install on Windows 7 devices

7 Sticky Notes1.9

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

A nifty tool that will help you remain organized

89 votes

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PROS: Is also available in portable version, Supports formatting
CONS: Colors are limited, Gradient can’t be changed

Microsoft OneNote 201315.0.4420.1017

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Create and share a digital notebook

249 votes

PROS: Easy to create and edit pages, Can work offline and share online, Included in all PC versions of Office 2013
CONS: Minor problems embedding online images

Google Keep2.0.14143.1351

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; PWA

Handy All-in-One Memo Application for Smartphones

98 votes

PROS: Google Keep is currently available in 46 different languages., Recurring reminders can be set to activate on a regular basis.
CONS: There is no version available for Apple devices., Data sharing will require that the recipient possesses the Android operating system.

Fing3.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

Free Network Tool for Professionals

99 votes

PROS: Easy to use, No annoying adverts, Lots of features to manipulate
CONS: There is no GUI interface, No internet radio option

EverNote5.8.3.6507

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Web Apps; iPhone

Store and quickly synchronize anything

489 votes

PROS: Capture anything, Add notes, images, passwords, etc., Organize items in notebooks and by tags, Easy data syncing across platforms
CONS: None worth mentioning

MindMeistervaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

A free app for Windows, by Mindmeister

2 votes

Skim1.4.5

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

Excellent free and simple PDF reader for Macs

54 votes

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PROS: Great for reading and editing PDFs, Liike Preview but with more features, Highlight text, navigate with TOCs and more, Integration with LaTeX, PDFSync etc
CONS: Not as advanced as Adobe Acrobat X, Some basic features not as intutive as they should be

OneNote15.3.2

License: free Download
Platform: Mac; Windows; Android; iPhone

A Note-Taking Tool With Organization As Its Marquee Feature

7 votes

PROS: A lot more organized structure, Browser add-ons
CONS: No handwriting recognition, Getting used to the tool takes time

OneNote for Windows 10

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Note taking app for the Windows 8 Metro UI

25 votes

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PROS: Simple, intuitive interface, Quick performance, Radial menu a pleasure to use
CONS: Unstable, Not designed for desktop users

StickyPad2.5

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

A free Productivity program for Windows

40 votes

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S Note5.1.7.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android

A free program for windows

6 votes

Stickiesc 7.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Digital sticky notes on your desktop

239 votes

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PROS: Lightweight and unobtrusive, Customizable notes, Support for alarms, attached files and more, You can share them by email or network
CONS: None so far

iMindMap8.0.3

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; iPhone

A mind-mapping tool with added planning functionalities

415 votes

PROS: Available in 19 different languages , The radial map is this program’s best feature , Shading on the org charts makes them look more professional , The free trial is for the fully-featured ultimate edition
CONS: Many of the 2D objects look cheap and tacky , The controls are not as smooth as advertised , Some of the fonts should have been retired in 1996 , The drag-and-drop features are clunky

Active Desktop Calendar7.95

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Customizable PIM on your desktop wallpaper

115 votes

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PROS: Allows you to share dates on a local network, Merges into your desktop
CONS: Not accessible from any location like Google Calendar, Can slow your system down in graphics version

Notion6

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Music composer and mixer in one program

67 votes

Workflowy

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Web Apps; Android

Make and manage lists

8 votes

PROS: Make and edit lists and take notes, Collaborate with others with shared notes and list projects
CONS: Emphasis on fast and easy, very few advanced editing features

Nebo1.0

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Android

A full version app for Windows, by MyScript

No votes yet

NoteZilla8.0.23

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Stick Your Notes Where They Belong: Everywhere.

44 votes

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PROS: Intuitive to use, Cross-device note syncing
CONS: Slow on older devices, Some features are hidden

Scratchpad1.5.0.21

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Simple and functional text editor

12 votes

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Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	Stickies	c 7.1	239	7.3	Windows
2	Simple Sticky Notes	4.3	161	7.1	Windows
3	EverNote	5.8.3.6507	489	6.7	Windows,Android,Web Apps,iPhone
4	Microsoft OneNote 2013	15.0.4420.1017	249	6.4	Windows,Mac
5	iMindMap	8.0.3	415	6.4	Windows,iPhone

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

Stickies

c 7.1

239

7.3

Windows

Simple Sticky Notes

4.3

161