Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Obsidian
- Pricing
- Freemium — Free – $4/mo
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Mac, Windows, Linux, Ios, Android
- Best for
- Researchers, Writers, Power Users
- Editor rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Founded
- 2020
- Headquarters
- Remote
What is Obsidian?
Obsidian stores notes as plain Markdown files on your device, making it private, fast, and future-proof. Its backlinks and graph view suit personal knowledge management, and a huge plugin community extends it endlessly. It is free for personal use; sync and publish are paid add-ons.
Obsidian pricing
Pros
- Local-first & private
- Plain Markdown
- Massive plugin ecosystem
Cons
- Steeper setup
- Collaboration is limited
- Mobile UX is dense
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Frequently asked questions
What is Obsidian?
Obsidian is a local-first, Markdown-based note app with backlinks and a powerful plugin ecosystem.
How much does Obsidian cost?
Obsidian is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $4/mo.
Does Obsidian have a free trial?
Obsidian offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Obsidian support?
Obsidian is available on Mac, Windows, Linux, Ios, Android.