G2 Vendor Directory

Microsoft OneNote vs. Simplenote

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricMicrosoft OneNote

by Microsoft

Simplenote

by Automattic Inc.

Overall rating4.54.2
Review count1,87139
Ease of use9.18.9
Ease of setup9.210.0
Quality of support8.88.4
Meets requirements9.28.7
NPS64.54794548.717949
Small Business26.8%51.3%
Mid-Market29.6%33.3%
Enterprise43.7%15.4%
Total page views613162
Total LLM citations6,799966

Microsoft OneNote

Microsoft OneNote is a note-taking application designed to help users capture, organize, and share information across various devices. It allows for the creation of digital notebooks where users can input text, drawings, screen clippings, and audio commentaries. OneNote's free-form canvas enables users to place content anywhere on the page, facilitating a flexible and intuitive note-taking experience. Integrated with Microsoft 365, OneNote supports real-time collaboration, allowing multiple users to edit and share notes simultaneously.

Pros

  • Note-taking
  • Organization
  • Integrations
  • Ease of Use
  • Flexibility
  • Features

Simplenote

Simplenote is a minimalist note-taking application designed to provide a distraction-free environment for capturing and organizing ideas. Available across multiple platforms—including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, and web browsers—Simplenote ensures seamless synchronization of notes in real-time, allowing users to access their content from any device without manual syncing. Key Features and Functionality: - Cross-Platform Compatibility: Simplenote operates on various operating systems, ensuring users can access their notes regardless of the device they are using.

Pros

  • Easy Sharing
  • Note-taking
  • Simple