Notes · Head to head
Evernote vs Microsoft OneNote: which is better?
Short answer
Evernote costs less in the first year ($99 vs $119.88). Pick Evernote for personal note capture with web clipper; pick Microsoft OneNote for Microsoft 365 users who want notebooks.
| Fact | Evernote | Microsoft OneNote | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Personal note capture with web clipper | Microsoft 365 users who want notebooks | — |
| Free plan | Yes, 50 notes, 1 notebook, 1 device | No, 30-day trial | Evernote |
| Entry plan | Starter: $8.25 / mo | Microsoft 365 Personal: $9.99 / mo | Evernote |
| Mid plan | Advanced: $20.83 / mo | Microsoft 365 Family: $12.99 / mo | Microsoft OneNote |
| Top plan | Flexible: $10 / mo | Microsoft 365 Premium: $19.99 / mo | Evernote |
| 1st year | $99 | $119.88 | Evernote |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android | Evernote |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Evernote or Microsoft OneNote?
Evernote costs less in the first year ($99 vs $119.88).
| 1st year | Evernote | Microsoft OneNote |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $99 | $119.88 |
| Mid | $249.96 | $155.88 |
| Top | $120 | $239.88 |
Which has the better free plan, Evernote or Microsoft OneNote?
Evernote: Yes, 50 notes, 1 notebook, 1 device.
Should you pick Evernote or Microsoft OneNote?
Pick Evernote if
- you want personal note capture with web clipper
- the free plan is enough (50 notes, 1 notebook, 1 device)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Evernote pricing | evernote.com/compare-plans | 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