Most note-taking apps either give you basic features for free or charge enterprise prices for simple tasks. TaskLoco breaks this pattern with unlimited notes, 10GB file storage, reminders, calendar view, and team sharing without the enterprise complexity.
Apple Notes keeps it simple but locks you into their ecosystem. OneNote tries to be everything but feels sluggish. Obsidian appeals to power users but has a steep learning curve. TaskLoco sits in the sweet spot — powerful enough for serious work, simple enough to actually use daily.
TaskLoco Premium is regularly $9.99/month per person. Right now, charter members can lock in 50% off the regular price — forever. That means $4.99/month per person today. And if our price ever goes up, you still pay half. Always.
Code CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout. First 500 spots only — once they're gone, this offer is gone permanently. Act fast while spots last.
Every Premium subscription includes unlimited notes, 10GB file storage, reminders, calendar, and team sharing. Each team member requires a separate subscription. 7-day free trial — no charge until day 8. Cancel anytime.
Free Options: TaskLoco vs Apple Notes
TaskLoco Lite
- Native iPhone & Android app
- Completely anonymous — no sign-in
- Data stays on your device
- Up to 20 notes
- Free forever
TaskLoco Lite Plus+
- Web app + Chrome extension
- Sign in with Google
- Wall syncs across all devices
- Up to 30 notes
- Free forever
Free Options: What You Actually Get
Apple Notes comes free with every Apple device but traps you in their ecosystem. You can't access your notes on Windows or Android — period. The web version is basic at best.
TaskLoco Lite gives you 20 notes completely offline on iPhone and Android with zero sign-up required. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ adds Google sign-in and syncing across all devices for up to 30 notes, plus a Chrome extension that captures any webpage instantly.
OneNote is technically free but pushes you toward Microsoft 365 subscriptions. The standalone version feels abandoned — slow sync, clunky interface, constant upgrade prompts.
File Attachments and Media
Apple Notes handles photos and documents well within the Apple ecosystem but struggles with large files. Try sharing a note with a big attachment to someone without an iPhone — good luck.
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB file storage that works across all devices. Drag and drop any file type, share securely with team members, and access everything from your phone or browser. Need more space? Add-on storage goes up to 1TB.
OneNote technically supports attachments but the experience varies wildly between desktop, web, and mobile versions. Files often don't sync properly or take forever to load.
Reminders and Calendar Integration
Apple Notes recently added basic reminders but they're buried in the interface and don't integrate with your actual calendar. You'll forget about them because they don't surface anywhere useful.
TaskLoco Premium puts reminders front and center with a built-in calendar view. Set due dates on any note, get email notifications, and see everything in one dashboard. No juggling between apps.
OneNote has zero reminder functionality. You can write "due tomorrow" in a note but that's it — no notifications, no calendar, no help remembering anything.
Obsidian requires plugins for basic reminder functionality, and even then it's clunky compared to dedicated task management.
Team Collaboration Without Enterprise Headaches
Apple Notes sharing works fine for family grocery lists but falls apart for real work. No permissions, no real-time collaboration, no way to see who changed what.
TaskLoco Premium lets you share individual notes or entire collections with team members. Everyone sees updates instantly, gets email notifications for changes, and can attach files that the whole team can access.
OneNote promises collaboration but delivers confusion. Version conflicts, sync issues, and a interface that feels like it was designed by committee.
Obsidian requires technical setup for any kind of sharing. Great for solo knowledge workers, terrible for teams who just want to share notes and get work done.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Apple Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free options — Lite (20 notes, offline) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | Free with Apple devices, basic web access |
| Cross-platform access | iPhone, Android, web, Chrome extension — works everywhere | Apple ecosystem only — no real Windows or Android access |
| File attachments | 10GB included, any file type, secure sharing | Photos and documents only, ecosystem-locked |
| Reminders | Built-in with email notifications and calendar view | Basic reminders buried in interface |
| Team sharing | Yes — included with Premium. Each team member requires a separate subscription — currently $9.99/month per person, but TaskLoco is offering a Charter Member special: 50% off for life, currently $4.99/month per person for the first 500 subscribers with code CHARTER50. | Basic sharing, no real collaboration features |
| Unlimited notes | Premium only — no limits on notes, tasks, or calendar events | Unlimited notes but limited functionality |
| Offline access | TaskLoco Lite works completely offline, no account needed FREE | Offline on Apple devices, syncs when connected |
| Web clipper | One-click webpage capture via Chrome extension FREE | Safari extension on Mac only |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across notes and attachments | Excellent search including handwritten text recognition |
| Handwriting support | Not available — text and attachments only | Full Apple Pencil support with text recognition |
| Voice memos | Audio files via attachments | Built-in voice recording and transcription |
| Document scanning | Not built-in — upload scanned PDFs as attachments | Built-in document scanner with text recognition |
| Pricing transparency | $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50) | Free but locks you into Apple ecosystem |
| Storage limits | 10GB included, expandable to 1TB+ | 5GB iCloud storage shared across all Apple services |
| Calendar integration | Built-in calendar view for all notes with due dates | No calendar view — reminders appear in separate app |
| Email notifications | Get notified when team members update shared notes | No email notifications for shared note changes |
| Link sharing | Secure links with expiration and password protection | Basic link sharing within Apple ecosystem |
| API access | Not available | No public API |
| Third-party integrations | Limited — Chrome extension and email notifications | Deep integration with Apple services and some third-party apps |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You need to access notes from any device, not just Apple products
- You want reminders that actually work with calendar integration
- Your team needs to collaborate on notes with file attachments
- You prefer paying for features rather than being locked into an ecosystem
- You need more than 5GB of storage for files and attachments
Use Apple Notes if…
- You only use Apple devices and never need Windows or Android access
- You love handwriting notes with Apple Pencil and need text recognition
- You want document scanning built into the app
- You prefer everything free even with ecosystem limitations
- You need voice memo transcription built-in
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7-day free trial. No charge until day 8. CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best free note-taking app?
Apple Notes if you're all-in on Apple devices. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ if you need cross-platform syncing with up to 30 notes and a Chrome extension for webpage capture.
Can I access TaskLoco notes offline?
Yes. TaskLoco Lite works completely offline with no account required — stores up to 20 notes directly on your device. Premium and Lite Plus+ require internet for syncing but cache notes locally.
Does TaskLoco work on Windows and Android?
Yes. TaskLoco works on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and any device with a web browser. Apple Notes only works properly within the Apple ecosystem.
Can I share TaskLoco notes with my team?
Yes with TaskLoco Premium. Share individual notes or collections, see real-time updates, and get email notifications when team members make changes. Each team member needs their own subscription.
How much storage do I get with TaskLoco?
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB file storage. You can add more storage in tiers from 10GB up to 1TB. Apple Notes shares 5GB iCloud storage across all your Apple services.
Is TaskLoco cheaper than other note apps?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Does TaskLoco have reminders like Apple Notes?
TaskLoco Premium has better reminders — set due dates on any note, get email notifications, and see everything in a built-in calendar view. Apple Notes has basic reminders that don't integrate well with your actual calendar.
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