Comparison

InstantMemo vs Tap Memo

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

InstantMemo

This app is designed for quick note-taking, prioritizing speed and simplicity. It removes all non-essential features to ensure the fastest possible startup time for immediate jotting down of ideas.

Highlights
  • Maximum startup speed
  • Eliminates extra functions
  • Immediate note-taking
  • Simple interface
Features
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"I opened the memo app but forgot what to write" It is an application for such people. We eliminated all extra functions and increased the startup speed to the maximum.

About

Tap Memo

Features
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Tired of typing the same words over and over? Bakusoku Memo is a notepad app that lets you save frequently used words as tags and input them instantly with a single tap! 【Perfect for:】 ・People who keep similar daily records or logs ・Professionals who need to take quick work notes ・Anyone looking for a simple, easy-to-use notepad app 【Key Features】 Tag Stamp Feature Save your most used words and phrases as tags. Insert them instantly with just a tap. Say goodbye to repetitive typing! Multiple Note Management Easily organize and manage your memos by project or purpose. Done Check & Undo Mark completed lines to track your progress. Made a mistake? Quickly undo your last action. Dark Mode Support Switch between easy-on-the-eyes Dark Mode and Light Mode anytime. Simple Operation No unnecessary features. Just open the app and start taking notes immediately. 【Premium Features】 Expand your tags up to 8 (The free version includes 4 tags). A one-time purchase gives you lifetime access. For detailed instructions, please visit our support page: https://sites.google.com/view/carvesound/apps/爆速メモ/操作マニュアル?authuser=0

Screenshots

InstantMemo1 screens
Tap Memo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InstantMemo at none against Tap Memo's 1. InstantMemo also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tap Memo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. InstantMemo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

InstantMemo ships an update every 2 weeks, Tap Memo monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
InstantMemo versus Tap Memo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInstantMemoTap Memo
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShigeki MatsunakaHironori Karube

In-app purchases

None

InstantMemo

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Tap Memo

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$0.99

Questions

Is InstantMemo free?
InstantMemo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tap Memo free?
Tap Memo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do InstantMemo or Tap Memo have ads?
Neither InstantMemo nor Tap Memo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, InstantMemo or Tap Memo?
InstantMemo ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tap Memo monthly. Most recently, InstantMemo was updated on November 3, 2026 and Tap Memo on November 9, 2026.

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