R Analyst vs Epoch Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
R Analyst
This app provides a powerful R language engine for executing code directly on your device without needing a backend server. It includes a code editor with helpful features like keyword auto-completion and syntax highlighting, along with a comprehensive set of built-in packages.
- On-device R language execution
- Code editor with auto-complete
- Syntax highlighting
- Includes 30+ built-in R packages
- Help command for documentation
Read full descriptionHide full description
R Analyst is a R language engine that can execute R code in devices directly(do not require to connect to a backend server), the buildin pacakges:utils,methods,graphics,grDevices,stats,grid,lattice,nlme,MASS,rpart,splines,cluster,foreign,parallel,spatial,survival,boot,stats4,KernSmooth,nnet,tools,class,zoo,lmtest,gridExtra,tseries,quadprog,mvtnorm,multcomp,Hmisc,rms,psych,GPArotation,gof,Matrix,arules. Include a code editor for R language, can type help command to show help document, keyword auto-complete/highlight limitation: cannot install package.
Epoch Notes
Read full descriptionHide full description
Type your notes and draw on top at the same time with Epoch - the handwriting and typing app designed to leave the competition in the dust. Epoch bridges the gap between technical precision and creative freedom, offering a seamless workflow for students, researchers, and professionals. Key Features: - Complex Document Content Search: Find exactly what you need, even in dense technical notes and large folders. - LaTeX & Markdown Support: Use the syntax you love with zero friction. - Inline & Block Styles: Flexible formatting to match your document preferences. - Custom Commands & Formats: Tailor your workflow to your specific needs. - Pen Smoothing: Find your perfect handwriting. - Ultra-Fast PDF Rendering: View and export your work instantly. Perfect your notetaking workflow today with Epoch.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Epoch Notes at Free against R Analyst's $4.99. Epoch Notes also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months). R Analyst's advantage is chart position (#198 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases 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
Epoch Notes is free to download; R Analyst costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
R Analyst ships an update every 4 months, Epoch Notes every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | R Analyst | Epoch Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #198 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.4 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.0 GB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 友辉 严 | Luke Drushell |
In-app purchases
R Analyst
No in-app purchases
Epoch Notes
No in-app purchases
