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Microsoft OneNote 201315.0.4420.1017

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Create and share a digital notebook

241 votes

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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

Simple Sticky Notes4.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Simple Sticky Notes, revolutionary note taking software

149 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

Fing3.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

Free Network Tool for Professionals

89 votes

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

Google Keep2.0.14143.1351

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; PWA

Handy All-in-One Memo Application for Smartphones

87 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.

7 Sticky Notes1.9

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Save the forests. Use virtual sticky notes

79 votes

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EverNote5.8.3.6507

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Pocket PC; Windows Mobile; iPhone

Store and quickly synchronize anything

485 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

Stickiesc 7.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Digital sticky notes on your desktop

231 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

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

4 votes

Skim1.4.5

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

Excellent free and simple PDF reader for Macs

49 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

MindMeistervaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

A free app for Windows, by Mindmeister

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GlipVaries with device

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

Effective and Centralized Team Messaging Software

1 vote

PROS: A streamlined and centralized platform is perfect for beginners, A user-friendly and intuitive design requires no prior experience
CONS: Access to all features will require a paid subscription, A maximum of 3000 calling minutes is shared amongst multiple users

Active Desktop Calendar7.95

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Customizable PIM on your desktop wallpaper

113 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

OneNote for Windows 10

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Note taking app for the Windows 8 Metro UI

23 votes

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

iMindMap8.0.3

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

A complete conceptual map editor

404 votes

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Notion6

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; iPhone

Music composer and mixer in one program

61 votes

ATnotes9.5

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

A free Productivity program for Windows

134 votes

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EssentialPIMFree 5.51

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

The powerfully simple Personal Information Manager

628 votes

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PROS: Simple and easy to use, Clear, intuitive design, Customizable modules, Manage calendar, to-do lists, contacts and notes, Password protection
CONS: The best tools are available only in the Pro version

Scrivener2.5

License: buy Download
Platform: Mac; iPhone

Excellent editor and project manager for writers

35 votes

PROS: Helps you organize a book more easily, Lots of different writing templates, Useful corkboard, Suitable for writers and teachers alike
CONS: May be unstable/buggy at times

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	EssentialPIM	Free 5.51	628	7.9	Windows
2	Stickies	c 7.1	231	7.3	Windows
3	EverNote	5.8.3.6507	485	6.7	Windows, Android, Pocket PC, Windows Mobile
4	Microsoft OneNote 2013	15.0.4420.1017	241	6.4	Windows
5	iMindMap	8.0.3	404	6.4	Windows

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

EssentialPIM

Free 5.51

628

7.9

Windows

Stickies

c 7.1

231