StillPointWriting, longevity, and ownership first.
StillPoint is not trying to replace every tool. It is for people who want a calm, local-first notebook that lasts.
StillPoint vs Notion
Notion is a workspace platform. StillPoint is a personal notebook. Choose StillPoint if you want a private place to write and think. Choose Notion if you need shared databases and team dashboards.
| StillPoint | Notion | |
|---|---|---|
| Where notes live | On your computer | In the cloud |
| Internet required | No | Yes |
| Accounts | None | Required |
| Data format | Plain text | Proprietary |
| Long-term ownership | Yours forever | Tied to the service |
| Best for | Writing and thinking | Databases and collaboration |
StillPoint vs Obsidian
StillPoint and Obsidian both value local files and linked notes, but they feel different to use. Choose StillPoint for a gentle, complete out-of-the-box experience. Choose Obsidian if you enjoy customizing and tuning your tools.
| StillPoint | Obsidian | |
|---|---|---|
| First-time experience | Simple, gentle | Powerful, busy |
| Configuration needed | Minimal | Often extensive |
| Plugins | Built-in tools | Plugin-heavy |
| Writing focus | Central | Often secondary |
| Learning curve | Low | Medium to high |
StillPoint vs Evernote
Evernote stores notes for you, in a database. StillPoint stores notes with you, as plain files you can keep for decades. If you want long-term ownership and offline access, StillPoint is built for that.
StillPoint optimizes for trust and longevity, not feature sprawl.
