Notes · Head to head
Craft vs Microsoft OneNote: which is better?
Short answer
Craft costs less in the first year ($60 vs $119.88). Pick Craft for polished docs and notes for Apple users; pick Microsoft OneNote for Microsoft 365 users who want notebooks.
| Fact | Craft | Microsoft OneNote | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Polished docs and notes for Apple users | Microsoft 365 users who want notebooks | — |
| Free plan | Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space | No, 30-day trial | Craft |
| Entry plan | Plus: $6.40 / mo | Microsoft 365 Personal: $9.99 / mo | Craft |
| Mid plan | Family: $12 / mo | Microsoft 365 Family: $12.99 / mo | Craft |
| Top plan | Team: $5 / mo | Microsoft 365 Premium: $19.99 / mo | Craft |
| 1st year | $60 | $119.88 | Craft |
| Platforms | Mac, Web | Web, iOS, Android | Microsoft OneNote |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Craft or Microsoft OneNote?
Craft costs less in the first year ($60 vs $119.88).
| 1st year | Craft | Microsoft OneNote |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $76.80 | $119.88 |
| Mid | $144 | $155.88 |
| Top | $60 | $239.88 |
Which has the better free plan, Craft or Microsoft OneNote?
Craft: Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space.
Should you pick Craft or Microsoft OneNote?
Pick Craft if
- you want polished docs and notes for Apple users
- the free plan is enough (1,500 blocks, 1 personal space)
Pick Microsoft OneNote if
- you want Microsoft 365 users who want notebooks
- you can pay $9.99 / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Craft pricing | craft.do/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Microsoft OneNote pricing | microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/onenote/digital-note-taking-app | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare