SoundNote vs HAMmade fastLog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SoundNote
This app uses AI to transcribe and summarize voice recordings, generating meeting minutes, lecture notes, and interview summaries. It offers high-quality audio recording, editing, and efficient file management. Ideal for professionals and students needing to capture and process spoken information quickly.
- AI transcription and summarization
- High-quality audio recording
- AI noise reduction
- Audio editing (trim/cut)
- Folder management
- File sharing via multiple methods
- Playback speed control
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SoundNote offers AI-powered transcription features that easily generate meeting minutes, class notes, interview summaries, and paragraph summaries. It allows you to quickly capture important information, save time, and enhance work efficiency. The AI-driven transcription and summarization features significantly reduce work time and provide a smarter, more productive work environment. Supporting MP3, WAV, and M4A formats, SoundNote is a high-quality voice recorder with speech-to-text conversion and AI noise reduction capabilities. It's the perfect solution for anyone needing to manage voice memos, including business professionals, reporters, tutors, audio experts, sound engineers, and students. With excellent playback control and audio editing features, SoundNote makes it easy to edit and modify recorded files for greater efficiency. It supports Apple Watch and is available on both iPhone and iPad. ■ Main Features · AI-powered meeting minutes, lecture notes, interview summaries, and general summarization · AI noise reduction · Speech-to-text transcription · Live Activities (Dynamic Island), Now Playing · Direct recording in MP3, WAV, and M4A formats · High-quality audio recording · Unlimited recording time · Background recording · Wave display for recording status · Various audio quality options (11,025KHz, 22,050KHz, 44,100KHz, 48,000KHz) · Mono/stereo recording · Playable on various media · Resume recording after phone call pause (up to 3 minutes) · Add descriptions to recordings · Easy and fast to use · Display file size · Safe stop for low battery or storage space · Bluetooth support · Music library import function · File sorting · Voice-to-text transcription ■ AI-powered · Meeting minutes, lecture notes, interview summaries, and general summarization · Noise reduction · Speech-to-text transcription ■ Powerful File Sharing & Management · Transfer files via iTunes, Email, AirDrop, or Wi-Fi · File sharing with other apps (“Open in”) ■ Folder Management · Create, edit, delete, and organize folders efficiently ■ Playback Control · Repeat, slow, or fast play; adjust playback speed (0.1x ~ Play) ■ Trim & Cut Audio · Trim and cut recordings as needed (MP3, WAV, M4A formats) ■ Audio Visualization · Visualize recordings to identify sections easily ■ Sound Tags · Add tags to specific locations for instant playback ■ File Combination · Combine multiple audio files into one, creating a custom sequence ■ PREMIUM Subscription · Payment will be charged to your Apple ID upon confirmation. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Renewal charges occur within 24 hours of the period's end. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your App Store account settings. Subscription Options: · Monthly Subscription: Auto-renew with 3-day free trial, unlocks all features / AD-Free · Yearly Subscription: Auto-renew with 3-day free trial, unlocks all features / AD-Free Privacy Policy: https://newkline.com/apps/avrx/privacy_en.html Terms of Service: https://newkline.com/apps/avrx/terms.html
HAMmade fastLog
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fastLog: The Modern Logbook for Amateur Radio Take your amateur radio experience to the next level with fastLog, the ultimate logging application designed for modern hams. Whether you are operating from your home shack, chasing DX, or activating a remote park (POTA/SOTA), fastLog provides a lightning-fast, intuitive, and reliable way to log your QSOs. Built with speed and efficiency in mind, fastLog allows you to focus on the radio, not the paperwork. KEY FEATURES: • Lightning-Fast Offline Logging No internet? No problem! fastLog is built with an offline-first architecture using a robust local database. You can log your contacts seamlessly in the middle of nowhere, and the app will keep your data safe until you are back online. • Instant QRZ Integrations Say goodbye to manual data entry. Type in a callsign, and fastLog instantly queries QRZ to auto-fill the operator's name, location, and other essential details, saving you valuable time during pileups. • Cloudlog Syncing Keep your station's logs in perfect harmony. fastLog features built-in Cloudlog API integration, allowing you to easily synchronize your mobile logs with your main Cloudlog server in just a few taps. • New Grid Locator: Search Maidenhead grid squares, view them on an interactive map, and calculate exact distance and bearing (heading) to other stations. • QRZ Callsign Lookup: Enter a callsign to instantly find their grid and location details. • GPS Integration: Easily discover your own current grid square with a single tap. • Universal ADIF Exports Your data belongs to you. Export your entire logbook or specific sessions in the universal ADIF format, making it incredibly simple to upload your contacts to LoTW, eQSL, QRZ, or any other desktop logging software. • Real-Time Location & Grid Tracking Never guess your grid square again. With integrated map support, fastLog tracks your real-time location and automatically calculates your current QTH and Maidenhead Grid Square, which is perfect for rovers and portable operators. • Modern & Intuitive Interface Enjoy a clean, distraction-free user interface that is easy to read under any lighting conditions. Designed specifically for iOS, fastLog feels native, smooth, and responsive. Who is fastLog for? Whether you are a seasoned DXer, a casual weekend rag-chewer, or a dedicated portable operator, fastLog is engineered to be your reliable companion. Upgrade your logging workflow today and never lose a QSO again. 73 and good DX from the fastLog team!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HAMmade fastLog at none against SoundNote's 2. HAMmade fastLog also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. SoundNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. HAMmade fastLog asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | SoundNote | HAMmade fastLog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (633 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 633 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Newkline Co., Ltd. | Oguz Agceli |
Bugs and requests
SoundNote
Reported bugs
4 issues- Recordings randomly stop or get corrupted
- App crashes when accessing certain files
- Microphone selection issues
- Incorrect file durations/lengths
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to rename/organize recordings
- More playback speed options
- Background recording mode
- Improved file transfer/sharing
- Better integration with other apps
HAMmade fastLog
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SoundNote
- Premium Monthly Membership7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Yearly Membership7 Days trial$24.991 Year
HAMmade fastLog
No in-app purchases
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