Granite vs Obsidian
Obsidian
7.4Local-first markdown knowledge base with powerful features but steep learning curve
Full review →| Granite | Obsidian | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4.3 | 7.4 |
| Utility | 4 | 8 |
| Onboarding | 6 | 5 |
| Craft | 5 | 8 |
| Niche fit | 3 | 7 |
| Longevity | 4 | 8 |
Both scored on the same five-dimension rubric, so the numbers are comparable. A gap under 1 point is effectively a tie.
Which one
Granite
Good for：Individuals needing basic document management
Not for：Teams needing advanced features or collaboration
Obsidian
Good for：Power users needing complex knowledge management
Not for：Users wanting simple sync or basic notes
On the overall score Obsidian is 3.1 point(s) higher, but the fit lines above matter more than the number.