Transparent Note Replaces Apple Notes on Mac as Free Tier Undercuts $35.99 Pro Plan
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Updated · ZDNet · Jul 16
Transparent Note Replaces Apple Notes on Mac as Free Tier Undercuts $35.99 Pro Plan
2 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Jul 16
Summary
Transparent Note won over a ZDNET reviewer as a Mac note-taking replacement, mainly for its adjustable transparent interface and quick-access design for simple notes, checklists, mind maps and boards.
The app’s appeal centers on UI: users can tune opacity to blend with Apple’s Liquid Glass-style look, while still saving notes locally or through iCloud across macOS and iOS.
Its biggest drawback is pricing and limits — the free version allows just 1 note, 1 board, 1 checklist and 1 mind map, while Pro costs $35.99 a year or $299 lifetime.
Some features still need work: the reviewer said speech-to-text transcription did not function as expected, and checklist creation felt awkward because each new item must be added manually.