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Choosing a knowledge base? Compare honestly.
Every tool makes trade-offs. Here's where Granite fits next to the apps teams usually consider, and where another tool may suit you better.
Obsidian alternative
Granite vs Obsidian
The same Markdown, plus included sync, live co-editing, team workspaces with SSO, and a built-in MCP server.
Read the comparison → Notion alternativeGranite vs Notion
Plain files instead of proprietary blocks, a key per workspace, and your choice of AI instead of a bundled one.
Read the comparison → Confluence alternativeGranite vs Confluence
A fast Markdown wiki with live editing, SSO, and audit logs included in one plan, and open AI access through MCP.
Read the comparison →At a glance
The short version
| Capability | Granite | Obsidian | Notion | Confluence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Markdown files you own | Yes | Yes | Export only | Export only |
| Live co-editing | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Team workspaces with SSO and SCIM | Business plan | No | Higher tiers | Higher tiers or add-on |
| Built-in MCP server for any AI tool | Remote and local | Community plugins | Yes | Yes, varies by plan |
| Bundled AI assistant | No, by design | No | Yes | Yes |
| Works offline | Yes | Yes | Limited | Limited |
Based on public information as of October 2026. Products and plans change; check each vendor's site for current details.
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