1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Note-Taking Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/note-taking-software) 4. [Bear Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/bear/discuss) [ ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_68c752bc6c8e719a2869e84431f3e8ad/bear.jpg "Product Avatar Image") ](/products/bear/reviews) [ Bear ](/products/bear/reviews) (45)4.5/5 Bear is a note taking tool for Mac and iOS. Show More * * * ### 68.0 Nps Score Already have Bear? ### All Bear Discussions Search Most CommentedMost HelpfulPinned by G2Newest All DiscussionsDiscussions with CommentsPinned by G2Discussions without Comments FilterFilter Filter byExpand/Collapse Sort by Most Commented Most Helpful Pinned by G2 Newest Filter by All Discussions Discussions with Comments Pinned by G2 Discussions without Comments ![Pinned by G2 as a common question](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pinned by G2 as a common question") G2 Pinned by G2 as a common question • over 3 years ago More Options - [ # Is Bear better than notion? ](/discussions/is-bear-better-than-notion) Is Bear better than notion? 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Is it possible to use the app on my personal phone and work computer without using the same iCloud account on each? 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