# SoundNote

> Record audio and sync typed notes and drawings for easy recall. (iPhone/iPad app by David Estes.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundnote/id364789577 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Estes](https://appshunter.io/developer/364789580)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 320 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundnote/id364789577/reviews.md

## What is SoundNote?

SoundNote is the best way to take notes in meetings, lectures, and interviews. It tracks what you type and draw while recording audio, so you'll never worry about missing an important detail. During playback, just tap a word: SoundNote will jump right to the proper time in the audio.

• Use SoundNote's powerful drawing tool for quick sketches. It's easy to edit them, too. Tap a drawing to select it, or tap twice to select an individual stroke. From there, you can drag it to wherever you want, or tap "Delete" to get rid of it. Use two fingers to zoom and scroll.

• SoundNote is perfect for students. If you ever fall asleep in class, don't worry — SoundNote's got your back. Just tap what you wrote while you were awake, and SoundNote will play the audio to help you fill in the blanks.

• SoundNote is also great for journalists. Ever miss an important detail during an interview and have to skim through your entire recording to find out what it was? With SoundNote, just tap a word from that part of the interview — it'll play back what you missed.

• When you're done, share your text, drawings, and audio notes via email, or transfer them directly to your Mac or PC. Audio notes are recorded in standard M4A format: One hour of high quality audio is only 25MB.

## Key features

- Synchronized audio recording and note-taking
- Tap notes to jump to audio playback
- Integrated drawing tools with editing
- Zoom and scroll functionality for drawings
- Share notes and audio via email
- Transfer notes to Mac or PC

## What do users think of SoundNote?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great for recording lectures and meetings
- 👍 Ability to tap notes to jump to that part of the audio
- 📤 Easy to export notes and audio
- 🎨 Drawing capabilities
- 🎥 Good audio quality

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Lack of password protection or security features
- 📂 No folder or organization system for notes
- 🖍️ Limited text formatting options (no bold, italic, etc.)
- 🔍 Difficulty navigating and searching through notes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Typing issues, such as duplicate characters or unresponsive keyboard
- Audio recording cutting out or becoming distorted
- Syncing issues between notes and audio

**Most requested features**

- Folders or notebooks to organize notes
- Text formatting options (bold, italic, underline, etc.)
- Pause/rewind/fast-forward controls for audio playback
- Integration with cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
- Ability to insert images or diagrams into notes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 320)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundnote/id364789577/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The eraser does not work when pressed twice

*2023-12-09, version 2.5.5*

The eraser does not work when pressed twice

### 4/5 — Good for University

*2023-08-31, version 2.5.3*

This app is great for recording lectures, but please can you add folders so I can group my recordings together? It’s really hard to differentiate recordings because they’re all under the same channel. Thanks!

### 1/5 — Keeps crashing

*2022-10-27, version 2.5.3*

I used to use this note taker regularly without any problems but since I purchased a new iPad this apps has become unstable and I am no longer able to rely on it.
It crashes constantly so is unusable. 
I paid good money for this app and so I am very disappointed.

### 5/5 — Sound Note is a great solution

*2022-10-02, version 2.5.3*

I have been using Sound note since 2015 and find it a great solution.  The only problem that has come up is that it is difficult to back up all of ones notes,     I have requested a solution.   That said it is still better than anything else I can find.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2021-01-01, version 2.5.3*

This app does not work on my iPad Pro-with my 2.0 pencil

### 1/5 — It’s finished!

*2020-10-02, version 2.5.3*

Where once it worked, now with iOS 14, no longer the case. Of course the real crime is far beyond the company taking money. It’s now where are my important notes and how do I get them back???!!!

### 2/5 — 困ってます

*2019-10-01, version 2.5.3*

使用中、強制終了します
改善お願いします

### 2/5 — Minimalistisch

*2019-06-25, version 2.5.3*

Also ich muss ehrlich gestehen, dafür, dass es kostenpflichtig ist, ist diese App echt dürftig. Man kann nur aufnehmen, malen (wegradieren ist nicht möglich) und mit der testator Schreiber. Die Notizen können auch nur der Mail oder Link exportiert werden. Also ich hätte mir wirklich mehr erhofft. Da sind einige gratis Apps sogar vielfältiger...

### 5/5 — Great App

*2018-10-24, version 2.5.3*

I have used this app for years in large classroom settings.  The recording come out great.

### 5/5 — Simply reliable

*2018-08-22, version 2.5.3*

When all you want to do is record and take notes of an interview or lecture, this is great. I love the ability to tap on my typing and listen to the recording at that point. And if you want to do more, share audio and text via dropbox. One of my few “always used” apps.

## Frequently asked questions about SoundNote

### What does SoundNote do?

SoundNote allows you to record audio while simultaneously taking typed notes and creating drawings. It synchronizes your input with the audio, enabling you to tap on a specific word or drawing during playback to instantly jump to that exact moment in the recording.

### How does the note-taking and audio synchronization work?

As you type or draw, the app records the audio in the background. Later, when you tap on a word you've typed or a part of a drawing, SoundNote will automatically play back the audio from the time you created that specific note or drawing.

### Is SoundNote free to use?

Based on the provided information, SoundNote is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience.

### What are the main use cases for SoundNote?

SoundNote is particularly useful for students to capture lecture details, journalists to record interviews without missing crucial information, and professionals for taking notes during meetings. It ensures you never miss an important detail.

### How can I share my notes and recordings?

Once you have finished taking your notes and recordings, you can easily share them via email. Additionally, the app allows you to transfer your text, drawings, and audio notes directly to your Mac or PC for further use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.5 — 2023-10-05

Fixes a crash on iOS 17
Fixes an issue with displaying the "Documents" button on iOS 17

### 2.5.4 — 2023-10-04

Fixes a few crashes on iOS 17

### 2.5.3 — 2017-04-24

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

Fixes for Dropbox support. This update will be required to continue using Dropbox after June 28th, 2017.

### 2.5.2 — 2014-09-28

Dropbox SDK Fixes, iOS 8 support

### 2.5.1 — 2013-10-25

- Fixed instructions on how to enable the microphone in iOS 7.
- Fixed an issue with Korean input.

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