Is Logseq cheaper than Obsidian Sync?

Yes. On their starting paid plans, Logseq is about 100% cheaper than Obsidian Sync — roughly $48 per seat per year.

Does Logseq have a free plan?

Yes — Logseq's pricing page lists a free tier (Free (open source); paid Sync ~$5/mo). Limits apply; see source for current caps.

Obsidian Sync does not advertise an ongoing free tier as of pricing checked June 2026. Pricing starts at $4/mo for Sync (billed annually).

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pricing checked June 2026

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Logseq is 100% cheaper than Obsidian Sync on starting plans — roughly $4/mo · $48/yr per seat.

Formula: monthly = pricier − cheaper · percent = round((monthly / pricier) × 100) · annual = monthly × 12

Pick Logseq if you're researchers wanting roam-like graph notes without lock-in. Pick Obsidian Sync if you're notes users wanting local files + sync.

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