AppFlowy vs AFFiNE
A side-by-side comparison of two open-source tools to help you choose the right one.
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summary | The open-source Notion alternative, built in Rust. | Docs, whiteboards, and databases in one canvas. |
| GitHub stars | 64K | 47K |
| License | AGPL 3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Rust | TypeScript |
| Pricing | Free & Open Source | Free & Open Source |
| Self-hostable | ||
| Replaces | Notion, Confluence | Notion, Miro |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
AppFlowy features
- Docs, wikis, and Notion-style databases
- Local-first storage with optional sync
- Kanban, grid, and calendar views
- AI writing assistant (local or cloud)
- Cross-platform desktop and mobile apps
AFFiNE features
- Edgeless whiteboard plus page editor
- Blocks shared between docs and canvas
- Local-first with end-to-end sync
- Databases and kanban views
- Self-hostable server