Memo vs Quad Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Memo
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Memo: Elder Friendly is an app designed specifically for older adults who want a simple and easy way to take notes. With our user-friendly interface, you can easily create notes using text, images, or a combination of both. Our app also includes a brain exercise game that helps keep your mind sharp and engaged. Whether you're looking to remember important information, keep track of your daily schedule, or simply exercise your brain, Memo: Elder Friendly is the perfect tool for you.
Quad Notes
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Displays four notes in a grid.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Quad Notes at none against Memo's 1. Memo's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.6 vs 15.8.3). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Memo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Quad Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Memo ships an update every 10 days, Quad Notes every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Memo | Quad Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.6 — better | 15.8.3 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 245 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Man Hung Sun | Hideaki Uchikoshi |
In-app purchases
Memo
- upgrade$0.99
Quad Notes
No in-app purchases
