# 4 Obsidian alternatives

Obsidian is a local-first Markdown note app built around linked notes. People who like Markdown but want AI agents, or a cited knowledge base, or an encrypted journal, look at neighbouring tools.

> Full page: https://toolfio.com/alternatives/obsidian

## Which Obsidian alternatives are worth trying?

1. [NoteOperator](https://toolfio.com/item/noteoperator) — Markdown editor with MCP so AI agents work directly in your notes.
2. [Lurner](https://toolfio.com/item/lurner) — Searchable, source-cited knowledge base you can write from.
3. [Cozy](https://toolfio.com/item/cozy) — A private journal that stays yours.
4. [Conviction](https://toolfio.com/item/conviction) — Free, encrypted journal that spots your patterns.

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