# Here vs Brown Note

Here and Brown Note are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Here ships an update every 2 months, Brown Note every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Here | Brown Note |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/here-trained-peer-support/id1545091025/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **71** | — |
| Positive reviews | 72.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 38 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Los Angeles](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492102214) | [Andrew Giffen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877250035) |

## What reviewers say

### Here

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/here-trained-peer-support/id1545091025)

This app offers a safe, anonymous space for teens aged 13-19 to share their thoughts and feelings. Receive empathetic support from trained peer advisors who understand teen experiences. Connect with others navigating similar challenges.

**Highlights:** Anonymous posting for teens, Support from trained Teen Advisors, Daily responses 5-10 PM PT, Browse topics and read experiences, Empathy and understanding focus

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Great outlet for advice
- 🤝 Supportive advisors
- 🔒 Anonymous and safe space
- 💡 Helpful resource for teens
- 😊 Makes users feel heard

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Accidental suspension issues
- 🐛 Crashing and timing out
- 🚫 Content posting restrictions
-  confusing Layout
- 🚫 Username restrictions

**Reported bugs**

- Accidental suspension due to age input
- Section timed out errors
- Login code not working
- Cannot post content due to rule violations
- Comment won't send

**Requested features**

- Allow teen-to-teen interaction
- PC version of the app
- Email option for account creation
- Allow custom usernames and profile pictures


### Brown Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brown-note-peer-support/id6759183219)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Here free?

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

### Is Brown Note free?

Brown Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Here or Brown Note have ads?

Neither Here nor Brown Note shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Here or Brown Note?

Here ships an update every 2 months, and Brown Note every 5 weeks. Most recently, Here was updated on October 1, 2026 and Brown Note on October 3, 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.*