Best Writing & Notes for Mac.

Writing apps for Mac split into three families: plain-text and Markdown editors for people who want files they'll still own in twenty years, structured note systems for research and knowledge work, and quick-capture tools that grab a thought before it escapes.

The entries here skew local-first and native — apps that open instantly, work offline, and treat your words as yours. If your current notes app needs a loading spinner, this category is your exit route.