Dnote vs Reor
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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Dnote
Simple command-line notebook with multi-device sync
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Reor
AI-powered local-first personal knowledge management app
| Feature | Dnote | Reor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Notes & Knowledge Base | Notes & Knowledge Base |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,051 | ★ 8,574 |
| First released | 2017 | 2024 |
| Replaces | Evernote, Simplenote | Evernote, Notion |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Dnote or Reor better?
Neither is universally better. Reor has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Dnote and Reor free and open-source?
Yes. Dnote is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Reor under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Dnote and Reor with Docker?
Dnote: yes. Reor: check the project docs for container support.