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Rnote vs Xournal++
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| Fact | Rnote | Xournal++ |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Rust | C++ |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 12k | 15k |
| Latest | v0.14.2 | v1.3.8 |
| Last push | 2026-10-05 | 2026-10-04 |
| Release cadence | about 18 days between releases | about 36 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 9 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 8 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace OneNote. Alternatives to OneNote →
PartialRnoteHandwriting and drawing on an infinite canvas, not typed notebooks.
PartialXournal++Handwritten notes and PDF annotation with a pen on the desktop, without sync or typed notebooks.
Rnote
✓ signed The latest release, v0.14.2, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Xournal++
unsigned The latest release, v1.3.8, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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