Bear is a flexible notetaking app with features that allow for great editing, quick organization, and a multitude of export options. First and foremost, Bear is completely private; your notes and content are for your eyes and your eyes only. Bear’s editing and formatting tools are housed in a toolbar right above the iPhone keyboard so you can write with no obstruction. With Bear’s browser extension, you can seamlessly integrate web pages into your notes. Putting #tags directly in your content and notes allows you to easily organize your work into folders that are easy to navigate. 

Note-linking: a feature we didn’t know we needed, but we sure are glad that Bear has it; this great feature allows you to easily reference a different note within your current note so you can easily navigate between similar content. What’s great about Bear in comparison to other apps is the export options. Bear offers an array of export options, including Word, PDF, Google Docs, WordPress (bloggers, we’re looking at you), and many more. If you’re looking to replace your notepad with Bear, you just might be in the market for Bear Pro. Priced at $1.49/month or $14.99/year, Bear Pro offers many additional features. Bear Pro allows users to encrypt their notes with a password, advanced export options, and syncing between devices so you can pick up where you left off.