I've been using Liftoff as it's the closest to how RIF felt to me. I was able to go in the settings and switch the posts to compact and have the font sizes smaller to get it as close to RIF as possible.
I'm not a Joplin user, but I use Obsidian which is similar as it's also in markdown and notes are saved locally or hosted with encryption.
I'd say either app is better than the stock note-taking apps. I've been using Google Keep prior.
I'm biased since I only use Obsidian but I love it, been a power user for a month now.
Feel free to check both out! The link below is what I just searched for and learned about Joplin.
I just want to share my positive experience with Folder Sync.
I use Obsidian for journaling and note-taking, and unless you use the paid plan it doesn't have native sync across multiple devices. I have the root folder of my notes stored in Google Drive and use Folder Sync to sync my PC/laptop with my mobile. Very useful as I'm out in the field often and like to jot down quick notes on my phone.
10/10 it just works.
Fellow RIFugee here moving in to the Fediverse. After 8 years, the moment I opened RIF and could no longer refresh my feed, it felt like the end of a chapter of my life. With every ending comes with new beginnings, so here's to Lemmy and the Fediverse!
I can't even imagine the protests that will erupt due to this.