Sync in seconds,
not minutes.
Tired of waiting for OneNote to sync? Craft syncs in under a second — with AI included free.
Which one is right for you?
OneNote users consistently complain about sync delays that last 5-30 seconds, an interface that hasn't meaningfully evolved in years, and Microsoft now charging $18-21/user/mo extra for Copilot AI. Craft syncs instantly, looks modern, and includes AI free.
Choose if you:
- Sub-second sync — no more waiting 30 seconds wondering if your notes saved
- Modern, clean design — not an interface that feels stuck in 2010
- AI assistant included free — no $18-21/user/mo Copilot subscription needed
- Beautiful documents with covers, typography, and one-click web publishing
- Native Apple Pencil support for drawing and annotation on iPad
Choose OneNote if you:
- Free-form canvas with unlimited spatial layout is essential to you
- Deep Microsoft 365 integration is required for your workplace
- You need fully free unlimited storage with a Microsoft account
- Handwriting-to-text conversion is a daily requirement
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
See how Craft and OneNote compare across key features
| Feature | OneNote | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Native apps, instant launch on every platform | Heavy app, slow to load, Electron on desktop | |
| Sync Speed | Sub-second across all devices | 5-30 second delays are common | |
| Document Design | Beautiful covers, layouts, modern typography | Cluttered, dated UI — largely unchanged since 2015 | |
| AI Features | Included free in all plans | Requires Copilot at $18-21/user/month extra | |
| Offline Access | Full offline on all platforms | Partial — sync issues mean offline edits may conflict | Tie |
| Apple Pencil | Native drawing and annotation | Basic inking (better on Surface Pen) | |
| Web Publishing | One-click beautiful web pages | Not available | |
| Free Tier | Generous free plan with AI | Free with Microsoft account (no AI) | OneNote |
| Organization | Folders, collections, linked documents | Rigid notebook/section/page hierarchy | Tie |
| API & Extensibility | Full API + MCP supportLearn more → | Limited Microsoft Graph API |
Why users switch to Craft
“ Over the years I have tested various tools such as Ulysses, OneNote and iA Writer, but none of them completely convinced me. Craft takes all requirements into account and offers seamless integration of texts, images and whiteboards.”
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App Store Award
Mac App of the Year
Apple Design Awards
Finalist
Webby
Awarded three times in various categories
German Design Award
Excellent Communications Design Interactive UX
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
Compare the cost
| Plan | OneNote | |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Free | Free |
| Plus Personal | $4.8 | Free (with Microsoft account) |
| Plus Family and Groups | $9.0 /person | from $12.50+ (Microsoft 365) |
| AI Assistant Feature | Included | In Business plan only |
Why users switch to Craft
“ Craft is way more functional than Apple or Google Notes while being much easier to use than Notion”
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In 3 simple steps
Switch From OneNote To Craft
Export Your Notebooks
Export OneNote sections as PDF or use the OneNote Exporter tool to convert to Markdown files.
Import to Craft
In Craft, use Import to bring in your Markdown or text files. Organize into spaces and folders.
Start Creating
Your notes sync instantly in Craft. No more waiting — add covers, collaborate, and publish to web.
Ready for sync that actually works?
Download Craft for free. No credit card required.
Common Questions
For personal productivity and document creation, yes. Craft offers a cleaner, faster experience for notes, tasks, and publishing. If you rely heavily on OneNote's free-form canvas or deep Microsoft 365 integration, Craft may serve as a complement for personal work.
Writers, creators, and professionals who want beautiful, structured documents rather than free-form notebooks. Craft is fully native on Apple platforms with automatic sync and full offline access – a more polished experience than OneNote on Mac or iOS.
Both. Craft works for individuals and small focused teams. We support collaborative editing, team spaces, commenting, and shared folders. OneNote is more suited to large enterprise teams within the Microsoft ecosystem.
OneNote is free with a Microsoft account. Craft Plus starts at $5/month but includes AI assistant, web publishing, and a native Apple experience that OneNote can't match. For Apple users wanting premium features, Craft offers better value.
Publish beautiful web pages with one click, enjoy true native Apple performance, use block-based structured formatting, create collections for organized data, and get AI assistance included free. OneNote's free-form canvas is unique, but Craft's structured approach is more powerful for most workflows.
Yes. Craft works offline for writing, editing, organizing, and searching. AI features use on-device models when offline. Publishing and sharing require internet. OneNote's offline mode varies by platform and can be unreliable – especially on Mac and web where syncing is often slow.
Yes. Export your OneNote pages as PDF or Word documents, then import them into Craft. You can also copy-paste content directly. For large notebooks, export sections individually for the cleanest transfer.
Craft is built native for Apple platforms using Swift and UIKit. It integrates with Handoff, Spotlight, Siri Shortcuts, Widgets, and Apple Pencil natively. OneNote on Mac is often criticized for being slow, buggy, and lacking features compared to the Windows version.
Craft is significantly faster on Apple platforms with sub-second sync, instant launch, and smooth scrolling. OneNote on Mac and iOS can be sluggish, especially with large notebooks or during sync operations.
Craft uses Spaces, folders, and collections for flexible organization. OneNote uses a rigid Notebook → Section → Page hierarchy. Craft's approach is more flexible and scales better as your content grows.
Yes. Craft lets you publish beautiful, professional web pages with one click. No additional setup required. OneNote has no built-in publishing – you'd need to copy content to another tool.
Both support Apple Pencil, but Craft integrates handwriting more seamlessly with typed content. OneNote treats ink as separate layers, while Craft blends handwritten and typed notes naturally in the same flow.
Craft includes AI assistant in all plans at no extra cost. Microsoft Copilot requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license ($18-21/user/month). Craft AI helps you write, edit, summarize, and organize content affordably.
If you value native Apple performance, beautiful documents, web publishing, and included AI, yes. OneNote is free but feels compromised on Apple platforms. Craft is the premium experience Apple users deserve.
Yes. Craft offers a free Education plan for students with full Plus features. The clean interface helps focus during study. Offline access is perfect for lectures. OneNote is also free for students but slower on Apple devices.
Craft is better for writers who want polished, publishable documents. Beautiful typography, distraction-free writing, and one-click publishing. OneNote is better for visual note-taking with its free-form canvas.
Craft syncs in sub-second time across all devices. OneNote sync can be slow and unreliable, especially on Mac. Many users report sync conflicts and delays with OneNote that don't exist in Craft.
Export OneNote sections as PDF or Word files. Use Craft's Import feature for Word documents. For individual pages, copy-paste works well. Move one section at a time for large notebooks.
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
“ Best App for Everyone. It features every features with excellent UI and UX taking note taking to next level and I even replaced Notion with this one.”
Why users switch to Craft
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