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SmoothCSV vs HushNotes

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SmoothCSV compared with HushNotes
DetailSmoothCSV logo SmoothCSVHushNotes logo HushNotes
What it doesThe ultimate CSV editor and viewer for Mac, Windows, Linux Mac sticky notes that float above every app and stay out of screen shares
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Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree to use. Optional one-time license purchase available for Single User and Team plans. $9.99 one-time purchase
Key features
  • Spreadsheet-style grid editing
  • SQL Console for running SELECT queries
  • CSV Compare with side-by-side diff and merge
  • Find and replace with regex support
  • Multi-column sorting and filtering
  • Multi-cell editing and auto-fill
  • Automatic file format detection
  • Excel import and export support
  • Customizable keybindings and themes
  • Command palette for quick feature access
  • Capture text from any app with one keyboard shortcut
  • Floating notes that work on full-screen apps
  • Notes automatically hidden from screen shares and screenshots
  • Hide all notes instantly with one key
  • Lock individual notes with Touch ID or password
  • All notes searchable in one place
  • Markdown support with live preview
  • Customizable paper designs and opacity levels
  • iCloud sync between Macs
  • Connect coding tools with local MCP endpoint
What makes it different
  • Opens a 100MB CSV up to 12× faster than Excel
  • Preserves data integrity without modifying formatting or quoting
  • Cross-platform availability on macOS, Windows, and Linux
  • Completely free to use with optional license for additional benefits
  • SQL queries and data comparison tools built-in
  • Notes stay hidden from screen shares and screenshots by default
  • No account or cloud server required; notes stored only on your Mac
  • Pay once forever with free updates; no subscription
  • Floats above full-screen apps including in all Spaces
  • Access from coding tools is read-only and requires explicit approval
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Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)27 no change since last check20 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)911
Citation Flow (Majestic)2719
Referring domains (Majestic)13323

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