# Logseq vs CircleNote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CircleNote at 100% against Logseq's 59%. CircleNote also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). Logseq's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (264 vs 7). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CircleNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Logseq asks for nothing beyond the download.

CircleNote holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logseq has 264 ratings behind it against 7, 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 100% of CircleNote's.

Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, CircleNote every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Logseq | CircleNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (264 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logseq/id1601013908/reviews) | **[4.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circlenote-voice-diary/id1662022068/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **264** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 62 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Logseq Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597272547) | [Hexpresso LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465379252) |

## What reviewers say

### Logseq

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logseq/id1601013908)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### CircleNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circlenote-voice-diary/id1662022068)

This app allows you to record your thoughts and reflections using your voice, automatically transcribing them for easy searching and organization. It prioritizes user privacy with secure on-device and iCloud storage, and syncs seamlessly across Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Voice recording and transcription, AI-powered thought organization, Secure on-device and iCloud storage, Seamless cross-device syncing, AI-generated note titles, Privacy-focused design

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 1 Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro - 1 Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Logseq free?

Logseq is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CircleNote free?

CircleNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Logseq or CircleNote?

CircleNote is rated higher. Logseq averages 4.4 out of 5 from 264 ratings, while CircleNote averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Logseq or CircleNote have ads?

Neither Logseq nor CircleNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Logseq or CircleNote?

Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, and CircleNote every 2 days. Most recently, Logseq was updated on October 24, 2026 and CircleNote on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*