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SmoothCSV vs LocArk

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SmoothCSV compared with LocArk
DetailSmoothCSV logo SmoothCSVLocArk logo LocArk
What it doesThe ultimate CSV editor and viewer for Mac, Windows, Linux Private local-first workspace for notes, passwords, kanban boards, and mind maps
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given GB
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree to use. Optional one-time license purchase available for Single User and Team plans. Free: notes, password vault, spaces and folders, up to 2 custom password templates. Annual: $4.9/year includes mind maps, kanban boards, unlimited password templates. Lifetime: $24.9 one-time purchase includes all Annual features with no renewal needed.
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
  • Markdown editing for notes
  • Password generation and quick copy
  • Local encryption and master password
  • Custom columns and priorities on kanban boards
  • Mind map export to PNG
  • Spaces and nested folders
  • Cross-platform sync support
  • Workspace backup and export
  • Auto-lock for password vault
  • Search functionality
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
  • All data stored locally with no cloud upload or hosted servers
  • User controls storage location, backup, sync and migration
  • Unified workspace structure across all platforms and content types
  • Existing content remains accessible after Pro downgrade
Free planNot given Not given
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 check8 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)90
Citation Flow (Majestic)2715
Referring domains (Majestic)1333

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