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Heynote

Dedicated scratchpad for developers — open-source.

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What we love

  • Free + open-source
  • Multi-block + per-block language
  • Persistent scratch buffer

What to watch

  • Single-document model
  • No cloud sync by design

Best for

Devs who want a persistent local scratchpad for code + notes.

Key features

  • Multi-block buffer
  • Per-block language + syntax
  • Math + currency conversion
  • JSON formatting
  • Open-source

What is Heynote?

Heynote is the persistent, dev-focused scratchpad — multiple blocks per language, syntax highlighting, math, code formatting. Cult favorite among devs.

Who is it for?

Heynote is a great fit for teams looking for a productivity & notes tool that fits the free tier. It's especially loved by individual contributors, founders, and knowledge workers.

Key tags

NotesDeveloperOpen Source

How it compares

We curate Heynote among the top Productivity & Notes tools on saas.fyi. Browse all Productivity & Notes tools to compare alternatives, or use the directory's search and filters to find a closer fit.

Pricing

Free OSS. Pricing tier: Free. Always confirm current pricing on the official site — SaaS pricing changes frequently.

Quick facts

  • Category: Productivity & Notes
  • Pricing: Free — Free OSS
  • Website: heynote.com
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