Notes · Head to head
Obsidian vs Craft: which is better?
Short answer
Obsidian costs less in the first year ($48 vs $60). Pick Obsidian for local-first Markdown notes with plugins; pick Craft for polished docs and notes for Apple users.
| Fact | Obsidian | Craft | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Local-first Markdown notes with plugins | Polished docs and notes for Apple users | — |
| Free plan | Yes, app free; sync and publish are paid add-ons | Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space | Tie |
| Entry plan | Sync Standard: $4 / mo | Plus: $6.40 / mo | Obsidian |
| Mid plan | Sync Plus: $8 / mo | Family: $12 / mo | Obsidian |
| Top plan | Publish: $8 / mo | Team: $5 / mo | Craft |
| 1st year | $48 | $60 | Obsidian |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Mac, Web | Obsidian |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Obsidian or Craft?
Obsidian costs less in the first year ($48 vs $60).
| 1st year | Obsidian | Craft |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $48 | $76.80 |
| Mid | $96 | $144 |
| Top | $96 | $60 |
Which has the better free plan, Obsidian or Craft?
Neither stands out: Obsidian: Yes, app free; sync and publish are paid add-ons; Craft: Yes, 1,500 blocks, 1 personal space.
Should you pick Obsidian or Craft?
Pick Obsidian if
- you want local-first Markdown notes with plugins
- the free plan is enough (app free; sync and publish are paid add-ons)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Obsidian pricing | obsidian.md/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