# EyeNote

> Visually impaired aid for identifying U.S. currency denominations via camera. (iPhone/iPad app by Bureau of Engraving and Printing.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eyenote/id405336354 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bureau of Engraving and Printing](https://appshunter.io/developer/405336357)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 52 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-04-19
- Data updated: 2026-07-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eyenote/id405336354/reviews.md

## What is EyeNote?

EyeNote® is a free mobile device application developed by BEP as an aid for blind or visually impaired individuals to identify U.S. Federal Reserve currency denominations from Series 1996 to the present. The app uses image recognition technology and the device’s integrated camera to recognize a note and communicate its denomination back to the user, via voice or unique auditable beeps or vibration patterns for privacy.


* Utilizes VoiceOver for vocal and gesture feedback, if it is turned on.
* Does not require a data connection to work.
* One touch, hand-held operation.
* Identifies note face and back in any orientation, including portions of the note.
* Continuous scanning once application is open; taking a photo with the camera is not required.
* Quick response time.
* Supports English and Spanish languages.
* Compatible with Apple mobile devices iOS11 or greater.


EyeNote does not authenticate U.S. Federal Reserve notes as being either genuine or counterfeit. Please refer to the Apple AppStore℠ license agreement for additional information.

## Key features

- Identifies U.S. Federal Reserve currency
- Uses device camera and image recognition
- Voice, beep, or vibration feedback
- Works offline
- Supports English and Spanish
- Continuous scanning

## Recent user reviews (10 of 39)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eyenote/id405336354/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Much improved, but needs a bit more work

*2024-09-05, version 4.0*

I just updated this app and was happy to see some improvements. However, as a blind person, I cannot always tell if there is sufficient lighting in a room. Please also include a light for this app which similar apps often have.

### 5/5 — Some False Positives

*2024-08-29, version 4.0*

While testing a few bills my camera pointed down at the floor and recognized a $50 bill from the carpet design. My shoes were in the view too and saw $5 when I move the camera.

### 5/5 — This app really works

*2024-04-13, version 3.0*

I’m currently in the process of testing out this (EYE NOTE)

### 1/5 — Not working

*2023-01-23, version 3.0*

App is not reading out the denomination it is reading in voiceover accessibility mode.  Not good for visually impaired users.

### 4/5 — Front camera ?

*2022-08-03, version 3.0*

I am blind and i use this app from time to time and it has helped me out quite a bit, unfortunately the front camera on the phone will not work recognizing dollar bills. Is it possible to activate the front camera ???? It would be so much better cause of the way i carry my phone on shoulder strap .. if its not a feature can you please add it ?? Thanks Mak greets

### 3/5 — 25-Sep-21 - First Impression

*2021-09-25, version 3.0*

25-Sep-21 - First Impression

Does what it says it will do.  Even recognized a rather old $10 bill (that has the four cars on back).  Should be useful for my wife, who is blind. BUT!

Appears only able to say-out-loud the monetary denominations that it sees.  Also, in addition to the say-out-loud annunciator, the amount is also printed in very large, yellow print on the screen.  In public, this would be a rather serious privacy and security issue.

Possible mitigation:  Use of headphones and hiding the screen.

Preferred mitigation:  Silent feedback to the user, such as vibrations, and the ability to disable either or both audio and visual feedback.

Therefore, my first impression of the software is a 3 of 5 rating.

Also, answering another reviewer who said that the software does not recognize counterfeit bills, please note that the write-up for this app contains as a disclaimer that it does not recognize counterfeit bills as counterfeit.  So, I cannot hold this against them.

### 1/5 — Does not work and iOS 14.5

*2021-05-07, version 3.0*

I was 14.5 broke accessibility with this app.

### 3/5 — Won’t work in dark room no light

*2021-05-03, version 3.0*

Why would you not have the light turn on in a dark room to read currency? Blind people don’t have the lights on usually! You need the app to access the light on the smart phone in a dark room where there’s no light it is worthless does not work at all

### 3/5 — I need three hands

*2019-03-31, version 3.0*

I think it is cool how it reads the note so quickly. I haven’t tested it in the field yet but practicing at home makes me realize I need a third hand. It’s hard to manipulate the bills and hold the phone at the same time. Still is probably good for organizing bills in the home before leaving for shopping.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2019-02-25, version 3.0*

My fiancé is a cop and had a very obvious counterfeit $50 bill. The app just said it is $50. All it recognizes is the numbers or something. Regardless, it doesn’t work.

## Frequently asked questions about EyeNote

### What does EyeNote do?

EyeNote is a free mobile application designed to help blind or visually impaired individuals identify U.S. Federal Reserve currency denominations. It uses your device's camera and image recognition technology to recognize a note and communicate its value to you through voice, unique auditable beeps, or vibration patterns.

### How does EyeNote identify currency?

The app utilizes image recognition technology and your device's integrated camera. It can identify the face or back of a note in any orientation, even if only a portion is visible. Continuous scanning is enabled once the application is open, meaning you do not need to take a photo.

### Is EyeNote free to use?

Yes, EyeNote is a free mobile device application. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core functionality for identifying currency.

### What devices is EyeNote compatible with?

EyeNote is compatible with Apple mobile devices running iOS 11 or greater. It also utilizes VoiceOver for vocal and gesture feedback if it is turned on.

### Can EyeNote authenticate if a bill is real or fake?

No, EyeNote does not authenticate U.S. Federal Reserve notes as being either genuine or counterfeit. Its sole purpose is to identify the denomination of the currency.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2024-08-20

As of August 16, 2024 the updated EyeNote® 4.0 app is now 64-bit and works on Apple mobile devices that support iOS version 11 or greater.  These include Apple iPhone® 6 and newer models, 6th generation iPod® Touch and later generations, and iPad®6 and newer models.

### 3.0 — 2017-12-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

EyeNote version 3.0 is 64-bit and compatible with iOS 11.

### 2.0 — 2013-12-13

Now includes the ability to continuously scan

### 1.6 — 2011-04-19

New application

### 1.5 — 2011-04-06

Improved recognition speed

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