AppFlowy Cloud vs Mark Text
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted notes & knowledge base options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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AppFlowy Cloud
Self-hosted backend for the AppFlowy workspace app
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Mark Text
Real-time preview Markdown editor for the desktop
| Feature | AppFlowy Cloud | Mark Text |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Notes & Knowledge Base | Notes & Knowledge Base |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Rust | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,976 | ★ 59,781 |
| First released | 2023 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Notion | Typora |
Why pick each one
Choose AppFlowy Cloud if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (2k GitHub stars)
- Written in Rust
Choose Mark Text if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Mature project with 59.8k GitHub stars
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is AppFlowy Cloud or Mark Text better?
Mark Text is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider AppFlowy Cloud if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are AppFlowy Cloud and Mark Text free and open-source?
Yes. AppFlowy Cloud is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Mark Text under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run AppFlowy Cloud and Mark Text with Docker?
AppFlowy Cloud: yes. Mark Text: check the project docs for container support.