# Logger vs Log Notebook

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Log Notebook at none against Logger's 6. Log Notebook also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). Logger's advantage is ratings volume (166 vs 3) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Logger sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Log Notebook asks for nothing beyond the download.

Log Notebook holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logger has 166 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Logger's written reviews are positive against 100% of Log Notebook's.

Logger ships an update every 6 weeks, Log Notebook fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Logger | Log Notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logger-log-track-and-journal/id1479321094/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/log-notebook/id1613503018/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **166** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 81.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 15 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Brendan Aronoff](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613416866) |

## What reviewers say

### Logger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logger-log-track-and-journal/id1479321094)

This app helps you remember more by tracking places, times, thoughts, and information. Capture notes with precise timestamps and locations, then easily recall past events and details. Organize your logs into multiple lists and export your data for safekeeping.

**Highlights:** Timestamped notes, Log location and view on map, Compact user interface, Filter logs, Multiple lists, Export data as CSV, Change themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Logger Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription to Logger | $2.99 | per month |
| Logger Premium | $7.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription to Logger | $14.99 | per year |
| Logger Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Logger Premium | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and minimal design
- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- ✨ Good for ADHD users
- ✅ Effective for symptom tracking
- 🤔 Retro feel is a bonus

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ No iCloud sync/backup
- 💸 Expensive per-device purchase
- ⏳ Date stamp formatting issues
- ⏰ Time stamp not always visible
- ❓ No iMessage unsending log

**Reported bugs**

- Date stamp on left side of data entries is centered in the middle of the text field.
- Date stamp needs to also include the time stamp (maybe as an option).

**Requested features**

- iCloud sync/backup
- PDF export option
- Siri support
- Add more fields with labels
- Option to see Hours/Minutes since last log


### Log Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/log-notebook/id1613503018)

A simple, page-a-day digital notebook designed for daily writing without the hassle of file management. It's ideal for users who want a straightforward journaling experience without complex features.

**Highlights:** Page-a-day format, Simple interface, No file management, Daily writing focus

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Logger free?

Logger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Log Notebook free?

Log Notebook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Logger or Log Notebook?

Log Notebook is rated higher. Logger averages 4.6 out of 5 from 166 ratings, while Log Notebook averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Logger or Log Notebook have ads?

Neither Logger nor Log Notebook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Logger or Log Notebook?

Logger ships an update every 6 weeks, and Log Notebook fortnightly. Most recently, Logger was updated on October 29, 2026 and Log Notebook on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*