CryptPad vs HedgeDoc
Pros and cons
Each app's own strengths and weaknesses, plus the specs where CryptPad and HedgeDoc differ.
CryptPad
Pros
- Encrypted in the browser
- Docs, sheets, slides, forms and boards
- Guest links without accounts
- Free to self-host
Cons
- Two domains recommended
- No native mobile apps
- Office editing needs OnlyOffice
HedgeDoc
Pros
- Live multiplayer markdown editing
- Slides, diagrams and formulas
- A permission level per note
- LDAP, OAuth2 and SAML logins
- Revision history with restore
Cons
- No PDF export in version 1
- HedgeDoc 2 still in development
- No official mobile app
CryptPad vs HedgeDoc: specs side by side
Every spec for both apps in one table. Values in bold are where one app has the edge, and amber ones are worth a second look before you install.
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