Comparison

Memo vs OTC Memo

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

Head to head
About

Memo

Features
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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.

About

OTC Memo

Features
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Ever find it a hassle to long-press, select, and copy when copying notes? This app splits sentences based on line breaks during editing, allowing you to copy each one with a one tap. Simply write your notes with line breaks, and they'll automatically organize like “tags.” Copy with a single tap, making it perfect for use as a “phrase dictionary” or “template text.” Copied tags change color for instant recognition. Full-text search supported. Supports creating QR codes for memos and scanning QR codes. Supports the memo sharing button.

Screenshots

Memo4 screens
OTC Memo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OTC Memo at none against Memo's 1. Memo's advantage is iOS requirement (13.6 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. Memo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. OTC Memo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Memo ships an update every 10 days, OTC Memo weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Memo versus OTC Memo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMemoOTC Memo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size245 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMan Hung SunKatsushi Kawamori

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Memo

One-time1
  • upgrade$0.99
None

OTC Memo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Memo free?
Memo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OTC Memo free?
OTC Memo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Memo or OTC Memo have ads?
Neither Memo nor OTC Memo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Memo or OTC Memo?
Memo ships an update every 10 days, and OTC Memo weekly. Most recently, Memo was updated on October 25, 2026 and OTC Memo on October 25, 2026.

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