Comparison

FolderWork vs Memo(Mach)

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

Head to head
About

FolderWork

This note-taking platform allows users to easily structure and manage data using folders and documents. It helps organize thoughts and ideas to boost work productivity with customizable templates for various note-taking needs.

Highlights
  • Click-to-create notes
  • Folder and document organization
  • Systematic thought organization
  • Work productivity enhancement
  • Customizable templates
  • Data structuring
Features
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A new type of note platform that can be easily created with just a click of a button. You can structure your data in the form you want and manage it with folders and documents. You can organize your thoughts and ideas systematically, and create new types of documents that increase work productivity. Use various templates to create your own notes. You can create whatever you need.

About

Memo(Mach)

This note-taking application prioritizes simplicity to encourage consistent usage. It offers a straightforward approach to capturing thoughts without feeling like a chore. The app aims to make note-taking an effortless habit.

Highlights
  • Simple note-taking interface
  • Encourages consistent habit formation
  • Effortless note capture
  • Focus on simplicity
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I think the key to taking notes lies in “simplicity.” If writing notes feels like a hassle, it’s hard to keep it up as a habit. That’s why, while I try to keep my notes simple, I never take them lightly :) * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FolderWork4 screens
Memo(Mach)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FolderWork at none against Memo(Mach)'s 2. Memo(Mach)'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, 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. Memo(Mach) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. FolderWork asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FolderWork ships an update every 2 months, Memo(Mach) weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FolderWork versus Memo(Mach): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFolderWorkMemo(Mach)
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.4% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKi-hwan KimSeoyoung Joung

Customer experience

FolderWork

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive70.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative22.2%

Memo(Mach)

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral22.2%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FolderWork

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Memo(Mach)

Subscriptions2
  • Memo Pro 1month$1.991 Month
  • Memo Pro_1 year$5.991 Year

Questions

Is FolderWork free?
FolderWork is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Memo(Mach) free?
Memo(Mach) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FolderWork or Memo(Mach) have ads?
Neither FolderWork nor Memo(Mach) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FolderWork or Memo(Mach)?
FolderWork ships an update every 2 months, and Memo(Mach) weekly. Most recently, FolderWork was updated on October 14, 2026 and Memo(Mach) on September 29, 2026.

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