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Apple Notes vs Craft: which is better?

Updated 27 Oct 2026 · Prices checked on vendor sites · Sources ↓

Short answer

Apple Notes costs less in the first year ($0 vs $60). Pick Apple Notes for free notes for Apple device owners; pick Craft for polished docs and notes for Apple users.

FactApple NotesCraftEdge
Best forFree notes for Apple device ownersPolished docs and notes for Apple users—
Free planYes, included with iCloud on Apple devicesYes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal spaceTie
Entry plan—Plus: $6.40 / mo—
Mid plan—Family: $12 / mo—
Top plan—Team: $5 / mo—
1st year$0$60Apple Notes
PlatformsiOS, macOS, WebMac, WebApple Notes

Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.

Which has the better free plan, Apple Notes or Craft?

Neither stands out: Apple Notes: Yes, included with iCloud on Apple devices; Craft: Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space.

Should you pick Apple Notes or Craft?

Pick Apple Notes if

  • you want free notes for Apple device owners
  • the free plan is enough (included with iCloud on Apple devices)

Pick Craft if

  • you want polished docs and notes for Apple users
  • the free plan is enough (1,500 blocks, 1 personal space)

Sources

Vendor pageURLChecked
Apple Notes pricingapple.com/icloud/27 Oct 2026
Craft pricingcraft.do/pricing27 Oct 2026

Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare