NodeNote vs ArchFlowy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NodeNote
This app allows users to create interactive flowcharts and mind maps. Design algorithms, organize logic, and plan processes with flexible note-taking features. It offers a new generation of interactive experience for knowledge systems.
- Interactive flowcharts
- Mind map creation
- Algorithm design
- Logic sorting
- Process planning
- Two-way composition
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+ Flowchart and mind map, a new generation of interactive experience + Create executable flowcharts, design algorithms, sort out logic, and plan processes + Mind map, two-way composition, flexible control + Mind map notes, notebooks with thinking structure
ArchFlowy
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Design ERDs Anywhere — Fast, Offline, and Effortless ArchFlowy is the smoothest way to create database diagrams on the go. Built mobile‑first, it gives you the power of a desktop‑class ERD tool right in your pocket — no internet required. Offline ERD Creation Work fully offline, anytime No accounts, no syncing, no waiting Your diagrams stay private and on your device Fast & Fluid Diagramming Instant node creation and linking Zero lag, even in large diagrams Smart snapping and clean auto‑layout Mobile‑First Experience Designed for touch from the ground up Natural gestures for pan, zoom, and edit Optimized UI for small and large screens Smooth Workflow Effortless editing with intuitive controls Quick access to tables, fields, and relationships Clean, minimal interface that stays out of your way Perfect For Designing schemas on the go Brainstorming system architecture Students, developers, and anyone mapping data models EULA: This app is governed by Apple’s Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ArchFlowy at every 2 weeks against NodeNote's monthly. NodeNote's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.2). 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
Both are free to download. NodeNote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ArchFlowy sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
NodeNote ships an update monthly, ArchFlowy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NodeNote | ArchFlowy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 78.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 小波 司 | Timmy Nguyen |
In-app purchases
NodeNote
- Flow chart$2.99
- Mind map$2.99
- NodeNote Pro$5.99
ArchFlowy
- Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$1.991 Month









