NotePlus

NotePlus is a lightweight native macOS application built by TablePlus Inc. that combines Markdown note-taking, Kanban project boards, and a built-in LLM chat client in a single app. Notes and AI chat histories are stored as regular files in folders you control, synced through iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, or any compatible cloud service. The app targets macOS 10.15 and later and supports both Apple Silicon and Intel chips.

What It Is

NotePlus sits at the intersection of personal note-taking and AI-assisted writing. It provides a WYSIWYG Markdown editor for notes, to-do lists, and documents, alongside a super-lightweight LLM client (approximately 10 MB) that connects to OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, Ollama, DeepSeek, GitHub Copilot, and more via a bring-your-own-key (BYOK) model. Because all data lives in local or user-controlled cloud folders, no user data is synced to NotePlus or TablePlus servers.

Core Capabilities

• Native Markdown editing — WYSIWYG rendering that keeps files readable as plain Markdown
• Kanban boards — project planning with cards that live alongside notes and AI chats
• BYOK AI chat — connects to multiple LLM providers without routing data through NotePlus infrastructure
• Private cloud sync — stores files in iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, or any folder-based cloud
• Checklists — private task lists embedded in the same workspace

Deployment Model

NotePlus is a native desktop app distributed as a direct download from noteplus.com. It is not available through the Mac App Store based on available sources. Licensing is perpetual (one-time purchase, no subscription), with one year of updates and support included. After the update period expires, the app continues to work without limitations; users can optionally renew at a reduced renewal rate for continued updates.

Who It Is For

The app is positioned for individuals and small teams who want a local-first writing environment. The Basic license covers a single macOS device, the Pro license covers two devices, and a Custom License option is available for teams starting at three seats. An education plan is referenced via the TablePlus website.

Made by TablePlus

NotePlus is developed by TablePlus Inc., the same team behind the TablePlus database management client, TableTool CSV browser, DBngin database version manager, and TinyWeb HTTP client. The company is based in Toronto, Canada. Bug tracking and feature requests are handled publicly through a GitHub issue tracker repository.

Update: Active Development as of Mid-2025

The NotePlus issue tracker repository was created in June 2025, and the changelog page (noteplus.com/osx/changelog) is linked from the homepage, indicating active release activity. The GitHub issue tracker shows 10 open issues as of late June 2025, suggesting the product is in active use and development.