I want to move away from Google Docs but there are so many options that I don’t know where to start. The main features I really need are being able to edit documents on my laptop and mobile device, plus having multiple document tabs open at once. Someone mentioned Ellipsus might be a good replacement, but I’m not sure if it has everything I need. Has anyone here made the switch and found something that works well? I do a lot of writing and need something reliable that syncs across devices. Any suggestions would be helpful since I’m getting tired of using Google’s platform.
Switched from Google Docs to Notion six months ago - best decision ever. Syncs flawlessly between desktop and phone, lets me keep multiple docs open in tabs like a browser. Mobile app’s actually decent for quick edits too. What hooked me was having all my writing projects in one place instead of files scattered everywhere. Takes a week or two to learn since it’s way more powerful than basic word processors, but the organization features are insane once you get it. Use it for personal stuff and work docs - zero sync problems. Only complaint is it’s sometimes sluggish loading big documents, but not a dealbreaker.
i’ve been using obsidian for about a year - it’s pretty solid. cross-device sync works great once you set it up with their paid service or dropbox. handles multiple tabs without issues and the markdown writing feels natural after you get used to it. might be overkill if you just need basic writing tho.
Went through this same switch last year - ended up with Word Online. I know, sounds boring next to the flashy alternatives, but the sync actually works and you get tabs when using the web version. Mobile editing doesn’t suck like most other options. Desktop and online versions play nice together, so no version nightmares. If you’re coming from Google Docs, you’ll pick it up instantly. Only catch is needing Microsoft 365 for everything, but if you’re writing seriously, it’s worth it for something that just works.