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AFFiNE
Open-source workspace for docs, whiteboards and databases.
Day 43 since launch · Launched 25 August 2026
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What is AFFiNE?
AFFiNE merges documents, an infinite whiteboard, databases and planning into one open-source workspace with AI assistance, so writing and visual thinking happen on the same canvas.
Pros
- Docs and whiteboard in one
- Open source and self-hostable
- Generous free tier
Cons
- Still maturing in places
- Smaller ecosystem than Notion
Who should use AFFiNE
People who want a Notion-style workspace they can own and self-host.
Who may not need it
Teams that need a fully polished, enterprise-ready suite today.
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