Comparison

Mostnote vs Kuma

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mostnote

Capture and organize all your information, from text notes and audio recordings to to-do lists and files. Enjoy a streamlined interface with versatile organization tools and instant search capabilities. Supports various file types and offers secure access.

Highlights
  • Text and audio recording notes
  • Integrated to-do lists
  • Flexible file storage
  • Passcode and Touch ID protection
  • Folders, tags, and geotags for organization
  • Instant search and Spotlight integration
  • iCloud sync
Features
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A place to store your text and audio recordings, to-do lists, pictures, links and any other files. Create notes easily and view them in a convenient format, with instant search and a broad variety of ways to organize your content. You can work with any file types. Features: - a modern, streamlined design - black, white and gray themes - fast audio recorder - integrated to-do - flexible storage management* - a simple interface for adding files, links and text - passcode and Touch ID* - adaptive view mode for the list of notes - a broad set of features for organizing data: folders, tags, geotags, sorting, favorites - an extension for quickly adding files, links and text - flexible support for exporting content: you may share the entire note or any part of it - treating source files with care: all files are stored in their original format, which can be accessed at any time - a fast search available inside the app as well as through Spotlight - iCloud sync - excellent support for GIF images *Additional option. -- Icons by Icons8: www.icons8.com

About

Kuma

Features
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Achieve effortless flow and master deep focus with Pomodoro — the calm, minimalist interval timer designed to eliminate burnout and boost daily productivity. Whether you are studying, coding, writing, or tackling complex projects, Pomodoro structures your work into proven, science-backed intervals with restorative breaks. Accompanied by your friendly Sakamoto companion, you will stay motivated, consistent, and calm throughout the day. WHY YOU WILL LOVE POMODORO MINIMALIST & INTUITIVE TIMER - Beautiful circular countdown with fluid animations. - Zen Mode: Clean, distraction-free interface that lets you stay locked into your work. - Gesture Controls: Hold-to-reveal controls when you need to adjust without breaking flow. MEET YOUR SAKAMOTO COMPANION - An expressive companion that stays focused while you work. - Enjoy cozy animations: sipping tea on short breaks, taking deep naps during long breaks, and celebrating finished sessions. IN-DEPTH STATS & STREAKS - Track focus time across Today, This Week, This Month, This Year, and Lifetime. - Discover your Best Day and Average Session length. - Build unstoppable daily streaks and visualize your consistency over time. SESSION NOTES & TASK CHECKLISTS - Add quick notes and checklists directly to active focus sessions. - Organize sessions with customizable color tags and dedicated icons. HIGHLY CUSTOMIZABLE - Tailor interval durations (Focus, Short Break, Long Break, and Cycle counts). - Optional Auto-Start for seamless transitions between focus and rest. - Soothing audio alerts (Zen bell and gentle chimes) and tactile haptic feedback. - Modern Material You dynamic color theming, Pure Dark and OLED Black modes. 100% PRIVATE & OFFLINE-FIRST - No account required, no third-party tracking, and no ads. - All your focus logs and stats remain safely on your device. Ready to elevate your focus? Download Pomodoro today and find your calm productivity rhythm. Terms of Service: https://kumaapps.dev/terms/pomodoro Privacy Policy: https://kumaapps.dev/privacy/pomodoro

Screenshots

Mostnote4 screens
Kuma4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Kuma at daily against Mostnote's every 4 months. Mostnote's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mostnote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Kuma sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mostnote ships an update every 4 months, Kuma daily. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mostnote versus Kuma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMostnoteKuma
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB130 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHermann WagenleitnerHemanth Savarala

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mostnote

One-time1
  • Mostnote Pro$1.99
3 purchases

Kuma

Subscriptions2
  • Pomodoro Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pomodoro Pro Annual$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pomodoro Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Mostnote free?
Mostnote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kuma free?
Kuma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mostnote or Kuma have ads?
Neither Mostnote nor Kuma shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mostnote or Kuma?
Mostnote ships an update every 4 months, and Kuma daily. Most recently, Mostnote was updated on November 2, 2026 and Kuma on October 29, 2026.

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