Where Evernote fits
Choose it when keeping captured information together is more important than plain text files.
Check before you choose
Check import/export and device access before moving an established note library.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
Separate personal notes, office documents and shared project tracking when comparing options. Local files offer a different ownership model from a hosted workspace, and synchronization is not a substitute for a backup.