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Tired of Evernote?
Try Craft.

See how Craft compares to Evernote on speed, offline access, AI, and design.

The Bottom Line: Craft vs Evernote in 2026

Craft is faster (sub-second sync vs 5-30 seconds), more affordable ($7.99/mo vs $12.99/mo), and includes AI free. Evernote's Electron-based v10 frustrated many longtime users - Craft is the native, modern alternative they've been waiting for.

Choose if you:

  • Native apps that launch instantly - no Electron lag or spinning wheels
  • AI assistant included free in all plans (Evernote charges $14.99/mo extra)
  • Sub-second sync across all devices - changes appear in under 1 second
  • 100% offline functionality - write without internet, sync when connected
  • One-click publishing to create beautiful shareable web pages

Choose Evernote if you:

  • You have 10+ years of notes in Evernote you don't want to migrate
  • Your workflow depends on Evernote's advanced web clipper
  • Your enterprise is standardized on Evernote Business
  • You need Evernote's specific third-party integrations

Craft vs Evernote: Feature Comparison 2026

See how Craft and Evernote compare across key features

Feature
Evernote
Native Apps
Yes (Swift/SwiftUI)
Electron-based
Sync Speed
Sub-second (<1s)
Variable (can be slow)
Starting Price
Free / $7.99/mo Plus
Free / $12.99/mo Personal
AI Assistant
Included in all plans
$14.99/mo Professional+ only
Document Linking
Full backlinking support
Basic note links only
Web Publishing
One-click beautiful pages
No native publishing
Web Clipper
Browser extension + share extension
Browser extension
OCR / Document Scanning
OCR + document scanning built-in
OCR built-in
Offline Access
100% functionality offline
Premium feature only
Learning Curve
Minimal - intuitive design
Moderate - feature-heavy

Why users switch to Craft

I switched from Notion to Craft a couple of years ago and have not looked back. At the time, I mainly switched due to Craft’s ability to run offline while I was on a flight but the speed, responsiveness, and general level of polish of the experience kept me hooked.
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Leo

App Store Award
App Store Award
Mac App of the Year
Apple Design Awards
Apple Design Awards
Finalist
Webby
Webby
Awarded three times in various categories
German Design Award
German Design Award
Excellent Communications Design Interactive UX
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What matters most

Craft gets it right

Quick idea capture

Never lose a thought — jot it down anywhere, refine it later

Fast, beautiful writing

Write without friction in a clean, distraction-free space

Offline access

Keep working on planes, trains, or anywhere without WiFi

Easy Organization

Find anything fast — your notes stay organized automatically

Task management

See all your to-dos in one view, even when scattered across docs

API, MCP & Automations

Connect with Claude, ChatGPT, Apple Shortcuts, and build custom workflows

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Compare the cost

Learn more
PlanEvernote
StarterFreeFree
Plus Personal$4.8$12.99+
Plus Family and Groups$9.0 /person$14.99+
AI Assistant FeatureIncludedIn Business plan only

Why users switch to Craft

Craft is the first thing I open to plan my day and the last thing I use to jot down my final thoughts. It’s my dashboard and diary in one.
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Ray

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In 3 simple steps

Switch From Evernote To Craft

Export Your Content

Use the Evernote desktop app to export your notes or entire notebooks as a .enex file.

Convert .enex file

Craft doesn't support .enex directly, so convert it to Markdown using a tool like Yarle or another 3rd party converter.*

Import to Craft

Upload your converted Markdown files using Craft's import tool, then arrange your notes and continue working seamlessly.

*Or Use a Bridge App (Optional): If another note-taking app you use supports .enex import, you can import your notes there and then export them as Markdown for Craft. Common apps that support .enex import: Apple Notes, Notion, Bear or Joplin

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Common Questions

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Details that Bring Joy

Small touches that transform work into delight

Satisfying
Sound Design

Apple Pencil
Support

Thoughtful
Animations

Beautiful
Dark Mode

Why users switch to Craft

I finished writing a history book this summer, and managed all of the planning, outlining, and tasks in Craft, and have recently started planning a novel in the app as well.
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Aaron