Noto vs Laoji
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Noto
A modern writing and note-taking application offering powerful text editing tools and extensive organization features. It supports unlimited attachments and various export formats, with optional Pro features for enhanced functionality. Syncs seamlessly across devices.
- Powerful text editing tools
- Unlimited attachments (Pro)
- Dark mode
- iCloud sync
- Gesture organization
- Multiple export formats
- Desktop-class organization
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Features: - Powerful text editing tools - Bold / Italic / Underline / Strikethrough / Highlight - Number list / Bullet list / Check list - Unlimited attachments (Pro): - Image / Video / Scan / Drawing / File - Table / Block quote / Code / Math Equation - Dark mode - iCloud sync - Organize with gesture - Export to HTML, Markdown, PDF, & JPG - Lock notes (Pro) - Desktop class organization - Drag to reorder your list and paragraph - Drag to organize your notes - Rapid multi select Noto is free to use, including iCloud Sync support. Unlock Noto Pro to enable all features including * Attachments * Note lock * Export * Support future Noto development Terms and Conditions: https://noto.ink/terms Privacy Policy: https://noto.ink/privacy
Laoji
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There are always some things worth remembering. Experience, lessons, insights, read repeatedly, and keep them in mind. — Why did you create this app I have a habit of always wanting to write down good sentences, reasonable words, and experiences that have given me insights. I have tried many note taking apps, and the outcome is the same - I have never read what I have written down again. Later on, I realized that taking notes ≠ remembering. Those words that truly influenced me, without exception, have been repeatedly read by me many times. So I made sure to remember. Use it for yourself first, and then share it. — What it does is very simple Put in the content worth remembering, Let it repeatedly appear in front of you at the right time. ·Push one message per day, which can be read without opening the app ·Open the first screen of the app, and today's focus will be directly presented ·I don't rely on your 'self-awareness' because I can't do it myself — What is suitable for recording ·Experience and lessons learned in work ·Golden Sentences and Excerpts from Reading ·Reflections and Reflections on Life ·If you want to remind yourself often ·Anything you don't want to forget — Its persistence ·Completely standalone, data only exists on your device ·No account, no registration required ·No cloud upload, no network requests ·No advertisements, no in app purchases, no subscriptions ·No socializing, no pressure to share This is a quiet and exclusive space for you to settle down in. — Why is it free Because this is an app I make for myself and use every day. Since you think it's good, please share it and I hope it can help people who also have this need. If it can help you remember something truly important, then the significance of making this app has been achieved. — Regarding the name 'Laoji' In Chinese, 'Laoji' is not a light and airy word. You don't know "Laoji" shopping list—— You will only remember the truly important things: A lesson, a promise, a moment that makes you grow. I use the word 'Laoji' as the name of the app because it is exactly the original intention behind my creation of this app. — Regarding Privacy Laoji does not collect any user data and does not require any system permissions (except for sending notifications). All data is stored locally on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Laoji at none against Noto's 3. Laoji also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Noto sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Laoji asks for nothing beyond the download.
Noto ships an update every 4 weeks, Laoji every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Noto | Laoji |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Soysauce Lab | Hefei Xingluo Mohai Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
Noto
Reported bugs
4 issues- Syncing issues between devices
- Folders and notes disappearing after updates
- Crashes when trying to access certain folders
- Widgets not displaying note content properly
Requested features
6 requests- Add tags or keywords for better organization
- Improve table editing and formatting
- Implement better export options (PDF, HTML, etc.)
- Add support for Apple Pencil and handwriting
- Integrate calendar and reminder features
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- Allow custom backgrounds and themes
Laoji
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Noto
- Noto Pro Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Noto Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Noto Lifetime$24.99
Laoji
No in-app purchases









