Comparison

Logseq vs Roam Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Logseq

This open-source outliner helps you write, organize, and share your thoughts using local Markdown and Org-mode files. Manage tasks, build a digital garden, and integrate with various services for enhanced productivity.

Highlights
  • Backlinks
  • Knowledge Graph
  • Page and block references
  • Tasks & Todos
  • SRS Cards
  • Zotero integration
  • Audio recorder
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Logseq is a joyful, open-source outliner that works on top of local plain-text Markdown and Org-mode files. Use it to write, organize and share your thoughts, keep your to-do list, and build your own digital garden. Logseq includes the following features: 1. Backlink 2. Knowledge Graph 3. Page and block references 4. Page and block embeds 5. Tasks & Todos 6. SRS Cards 7. Zotero integration 8. Youtube, Twitter, etc. integration 9. Audio recorder 10. Powerful queries 11. Whiteboards

About

Roam Mobile

This app helps you organize your research for long-term use. It functions like a document but offers the power of a graph database for efficient information management.

Highlights
  • Long-term research organization
  • Document-like interface
  • Graph database functionality
  • Powerful information management
Features
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As easy to use as a document. As powerful as a graph database. Roam helps you organize your research for the long haul.

Screenshots

Logseq4 screens
Roam Mobile3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Logseq at 4.4 against Roam Mobile's 2.6. Logseq also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 26%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Logseq holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 252 and 170 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Logseq's written reviews are positive against 26% of Roam Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, Roam Mobile every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Logseq versus Roam Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLogseqRoam Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (252 ratings) — better2.6 (170 ratings)
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews — better25.8% of reviews
Number of ratings252 — better170
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLogseq Inc.Roam Research Inc.

Customer experience

Logseq

All ratings252 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews184 reviews
Positive58.7%
Neutral14.7%
Negative26.6%

Roam Mobile

All ratings169 ratings
Positive29.6%
Neutral10.7%
Negative59.8%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral14.2%
Negative60.0%

User reviews

Logseq

From 252 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful note-taking features
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🔒 Local data storage
  • 💡 Unique folderless structure
  • 🚀 Efficient for daily note-taking

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Sync issues and data loss
  • 🔍 Confusing mobile navigation
  • 🔍 Lack of plugin support on mobile
  • 🔍 Sluggish performance on older devices
  • 🔍 Limited sync options (only iCloud)

Roam Mobile

From 170 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast mobile experience
  • 🔒 Encrypted graphs with Face ID
  • 👍 Native-like navigation
  • 💡 Useful quick capture feature
  • 🚀 Impressive pace of improvements

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Slow load times and app crashes
  • 🐛 Lack of offline mode and sync issues
  • 👎 Limited functionality compared to desktop
  • 👎 Unintuitive and buggy UI/UX
  • 🐛 Incompatibility with external keyboards

Bugs and requests

Logseq

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Sync issues leading to data loss
  • Inconsistent behavior when creating new blocks
  • Cursor jumping issues when editing text
  • Disappearing UI elements on mobile

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for other cloud storage options (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
  • Improve mobile UI and UX for better usability
  • Implement plugin support on mobile
  • Optimize performance for older devices

Roam Mobile

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and loading issues
  • Inability to edit or access notes
  • Sync problems and lost data
  • Incompatibility with certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline mode and better syncing
  • Improved keyboard support
  • Dark mode and customization options
  • Better integration with iOS features
  • Ability to handle large graphs

In-app purchases

None

Logseq

No in-app purchases

None

Roam Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Logseq free?
Logseq is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Roam Mobile free?
Roam Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Logseq or Roam Mobile?
Logseq is rated higher. Logseq averages 4.4 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Roam Mobile averages 2.6 from 170 ratings.
Do Logseq or Roam Mobile have ads?
Neither Logseq nor Roam Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Logseq or Roam Mobile?
Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, and Roam Mobile every 2 weeks. Most recently, Logseq was updated on September 19, 2026 and Roam Mobile on September 25, 2026.

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