# TypeStory vs PhotoNote

The clearest difference is ads: TypeStory at none against PhotoNote's shown. TypeStory also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 228). PhotoNote's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (81% vs 63%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TypeStory sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PhotoNote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for TypeStory against 4.4 for PhotoNote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TypeStory has 3K ratings behind it against 228, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of TypeStory's written reviews are positive against 81% of PhotoNote's.

TypeStory ships an update every 2 months, PhotoNote every 11 days. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TypeStory | PhotoNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typestory/id1516658354/reviews)** | [4.4 (228 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photonote-sns-like-note/id1543157469/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3K** | 228 |
| Positive reviews | 62.6% of reviews | **81.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matteo D'Ignazio](https://appshunter.io/developer/634863524) | [Kiduku Hoshida](https://appshunter.io/developer/1304360951) |

## What reviewers say

### TypeStory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typestory/id1516658354)

This app helps you craft stories by organizing characters, dialogues, and scenes. Create interactive narratives with music synchronization and customizable character elements. Unlock full potential with a PRO upgrade.

**Highlights:** Character creation and reuse, Multiple scene types (chat, title, quote), Music synchronization for lyric videos, Interactive story playback, Character aliases and avatar customization

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TypeStory PRO | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Realistic texting experience
- 🎨 Ability to customize characters
- 🧠 Helps with creative writing
- 🤑 Affordable one-time purchase
- ✨ Versatile and fun to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features
- 💸 Paywall for more messages and projects
- 🔢 Restrictive message and project limits
- 🌐 Only available in English

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when switching between scenes
- Deleted stories cannot be recovered

**Requested features**

- Add video support
- Increase free message and project limits
- Implement multiple language options
- Allow customization of chat bubble colors


### PhotoNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photonote-sns-like-note/id1543157469)

Create private, social media-style notes with customizable icons and titles. This app functions as a personal diary, allowing you to add images and search your entries. Your notes are stored locally and are not shared with anyone.

**Highlights:** Social media-style note creation, Private and local storage, Customizable icons and titles, Image insertion, Search functionality, Diary entries

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription (1 Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Subscription (annual) | $9.99 | per year |
| Hide Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤍 Great app for visualizing character profiles
- 💫 Feels like a real Instagram experience
- 🎨 Allows for creative expression
- 🔒 No ads or distractions
- 🧑‍💻 Helpful for reality shifting scripts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with deleting accounts
- 🤔 Limited photo/video options
- 📱 Cropping issues with stories
- 🔀 Difficulty rearranging posts/accounts

**Reported bugs**

- Likes and comments not displaying properly
- Inability to select photos when posting
- Laggy performance on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add story highlights
- Increase number of photos per post
- Implement video posting capabilities
- Add direct messaging and group chat features
- Improve comment section functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TypeStory free?

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

### Is PhotoNote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TypeStory or PhotoNote?

TypeStory is rated higher. TypeStory averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while PhotoNote averages 4.4 from 228 ratings.

### Do TypeStory or PhotoNote have ads?

PhotoNote shows ads; TypeStory does not.

### Which is updated more often, TypeStory or PhotoNote?

TypeStory ships an update every 2 months, and PhotoNote every 11 days. Most recently, TypeStory was updated on November 7, 2026 and PhotoNote on November 7, 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.*