People are ditching Evernote for a few reasons. First, Evernote isn't keeping up with the times; it's not introducing new features like it used to, and it feels outdated compared to newer, more innovative apps. Also, the price of using Evernote has gone up a lot—it now costs $180 a year for a personal account and $220 for a professional one. With cheaper or even free alternatives available that offer similar or better services, the higher price is hard for many to justify.
Additionally, Evernote was bought by new owners who shifted its focus towards AI and data use, raising privacy concerns among users who are worried about how their personal information is being handled. Lastly, Evernote's free plan has become very restrictive, limiting users to just 50 notes and one notebook, which makes it a less appealing option for those who don’t want to pay. These factors combined are leading people to look for other places to keep their notes.