Logseq vs The Wood Explorer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
The Wood Explorer
Access a comprehensive database of over 1,650 commercial wood species with detailed profiles, images, and scientific information. Search by name or browse by category to find specific wood types and their characteristics. Includes educational videos and a glossary for industry professionals and hobbyists.
- 1,650+ wood species profiles
- Detailed scientific and common names
- High-quality images and textures
- Advanced search by name or description
- Browse by taxonomy and category
- Country-specific species data
- Educational video library
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The Wood Explorer is the world’s most comprehensive database of commercial wood species—designed for woodworkers, designers, architects, hobbyists, and industry professionals. Access 1,650+ detailed wood species profiles with scientific names, common names, synonyms, textures, colors, and country data, all curated from expert sources including the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory. Key Features: -Wood Species Browser -Explore a vast A–Z list of wood species -View full details: Scientific Name, Trade Name, Family, Synonyms, and more -Includes high-quality images and wood characteristics Advanced Search -Search by name, description, or synonyms -Instantly find the wood species you need Taxonomy & Classification Browse by family or category for deep insights Country-Specific Species Data -View species available in specific countries -Explore regional availability with ease Video Library Educational videos showing how to identify and use wood species effectively Glossary of Terms Understand technical terms and wood industry language Tree Images Gallery Browse tree images associated with each wood species
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Logseq at 59% against The Wood Explorer's 0%. Logseq also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and rating (4.4 vs 1.0). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Logseq is free to download; The Wood Explorer costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Logseq holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logseq has 264 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Logseq's written reviews are positive against 0% of The Wood Explorer's.
Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, The Wood Explorer every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Logseq | The Wood Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (264 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 264 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 41 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Logseq Inc. | LIDO PROPERTIES, LLC |
Customer experience
Logseq
The Wood Explorer
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
The Wood Explorer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Logseq
No in-app purchases
The Wood Explorer
No in-app purchases
