CherryTree vs Markor Sync
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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CherryTree
Hierarchical rich-text and code note-taking application
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Markor Sync
Plain-text and Markdown notes editor for synced folders
| Feature | CherryTree | Markor Sync |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Notes & Knowledge Base | Notes & Knowledge Base |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | C++ | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | bare-metal, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,925 | ★ 5,953 |
| First released | 2009 | 2017 |
| Replaces | OneNote, Evernote | Google Keep, Evernote |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is CherryTree or Markor Sync better?
Neither is universally better. Markor Sync has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are CherryTree and Markor Sync free and open-source?
Yes. CherryTree is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Markor Sync under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run CherryTree and Markor Sync with Docker?
CherryTree: check the project docs for container support. Markor Sync: check the project docs for container support.