# LaunchBase — Shortcut: Search, Notes & Apps

> Shortcut: Search, Notes & Apps (iPhone/iPad app by Shiho Komano.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchbase/id6740404088 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shiho Komano](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789768878)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2025-02-21
- Data updated: 2026-03-18
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchbase/id6740404088/reviews.md

## What is LaunchBase?

LaunchBase - Faster, Smarter, One-Handed

Search, take notes, and launch apps — all in one place.  
The keyboard pops up instantly at launch, so you can start typing right away, even with one hand on a crowded train.  
Turn everyday “I need to search” and “I need to open” moments into instant actions.

■ 3 Key Features
・Instant Input (0.5 sec)
  The keyboard appears immediately. Save up to 5 minutes a day with 50 quick searches.  
  Auto-suggestions cut your keystrokes in half.

・Quick Shortcuts
  Assign simple commands to instantly trigger searches or open apps.  
  Example: "S" + Space = Shopping search  
           "M" + Enter = Open memo app  
  Designed for intuitive, one-hand operation.

・Reuse Search Keywords
  Type once → search across multiple sites.  
  Price checks and research done in 30 seconds (normally 90).

■ Pricing
Free Plan
・All core features included  
・7 search engines, 500 search history entries  
・Ads appear only in history & settings screens

Pro Plan ($1.99/month or $14.99 /year)
・Unlimited items and folders  
・Completely ad-free  
・Create custom themes  
・Access all future features

■ Perfect for
・Online shopping → Reuse your keywords for instant comparison  
・Research & study → Switch between Web and AI search in one tap  
・Social & work → Jump straight to your favorite apps and files

■ What Users Say
“Perfect for searching on packed trains.” — Student, 19  
“My research efficiency doubled.” — Graduate student, 25  
“Product hunting made easy.” — EC user, 38  
“Quick lookups on the go.” — Sales rep, 32

■ Recommended for
□ Frequent price comparisons  
□ One-hand smartphone users  
□ Repeating the same searches  
→ If any apply, LaunchBase is for you.

Cut your search time in half.  
Make every day lighter with LaunchBase.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LaunchBase Pro(Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| LaunchBasePro (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| LaunchBase Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| LaunchBase Pro (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| LaunchBase Pro (Yearly) | $14.99 | per year |
| LaunchBase Pro (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RemoveAds | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.4 — 2025-11-16

The history view has been optimized.

### 2.3.3 — 2025-11-04

Optimized the suggestions and the navigation bar.

### 2.3.2 — 2025-10-27

Bug fix.

### 2.3.1 — 2025-10-21

Keyboard Focus Optimization
Keyboard focus now applies instantly when the history button is pressed, enabling faster input.

UI Display Fix
Resolved the issue where the menu button and suggestions would overlap, improving usability.

Enhanced Liquid Glass Support
Strengthened liquid glass support for the suggestion bar, delivering a more refined visual experience.

### 2.3 — 2025-10-14

iOS 26 support added. Optimized for the latest features and performance improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-03-18.*