Notes · Head to head
Notability vs Craft: which is better?
Short answer
Notability costs less in the first year ($11.99 vs $60). Pick Notability for handwritten notes on Apple devices; pick Craft for polished docs and notes for Apple users.
| Fact | Notability | Craft | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Handwritten notes on Apple devices | Polished docs and notes for Apple users | — |
| Free plan | Yes, 5 free notes | Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space | Tie |
| Entry plan | Lite: $11.99 / yr | Plus: $6.40 / mo | Notability |
| Mid plan | Plus: $15.99 / yr | Family: $12 / mo | Notability |
| Top plan | Business: $60 / yr | Team: $5 / mo | Tie |
| 1st year | $11.99 | $60 | Notability |
| Platforms | iOS, macOS, Windows, Android | Mac, Web | Notability |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Notability or Craft?
Notability costs less in the first year ($11.99 vs $60).
| 1st year | Notability | Craft |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $11.99 | $76.80 |
| Mid | $15.99 | $144 |
| Top | $60 | $60 |
Which has the better free plan, Notability or Craft?
Neither stands out: Notability: Yes, 5 free notes; Craft: Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space.
Should you pick Notability or Craft?
Pick Notability if
- you want handwritten notes on Apple devices
- the free plan is enough (5 free notes)
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 page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Notability pricing | notability.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Craft pricing | craft.do/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare