Obsidian vs Show HN: Files.md – Open-source alternative to Obsidian
Obsidian
7.4Local-first markdown knowledge base with powerful features but steep learning curve
Full review →Show HN: Files.md – Open-source alternative to Obsidian
5.3Lightweight Markdown notes tool but lacks Obsidian's ecosystem and features
Full review →| Obsidian | Show HN: Files.md – Open-source alternative to Obsidian | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 7.4 | 5.3 |
| Utility | 8 | 5 |
| Onboarding | 5 | 7 |
| Craft | 8 | 6 |
| Niche fit | 7 | 4 |
| Longevity | 8 | 5 |
Both scored on the same five-dimension rubric, so the numbers are comparable. A gap under 1 point is effectively a tie.
Which one
Obsidian
Good for：Power users needing complex knowledge management
Not for：Users wanting simple sync or basic notes
Show HN: Files.md – Open-source alternative to Obsidian
Good for：Developers wanting minimal Markdown editing
Not for：Power users needing plugins and backlinks
On the overall score Obsidian is 2.1 point(s) higher, but the fit lines above matter more than the number.