Comparison

Logseq vs Tana Outliner

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

Tana Outliner

This app is an AI-powered workspace designed to capture and organize your thoughts. It allows for quick idea capture, voice memo recording with transcription, and automatic organization into actionable items. Access your information on the go with advanced AI workflows available.

Highlights
  • AI-powered note-taking
  • Voice memo recording and transcription
  • Automatic organization of notes
  • Media uploads and text scanning
  • Offline note-taking
  • Actionable content transformation
Features
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Meet Tana Outliner – The next-gen all-in-one workspace built for AI and voice. Get Started with a Free 14-Day Trial and instantly turn thoughts into structured, ready to use action items, no matter where you are. After the trial, continue using basic features for free or unlock AI-powered workflows with a subscription. Why You Should Get It ↓ CAPTURE IDEAS AND THOUGHTS FAST - Media uploads, text scanning, smooth offline note-taking, and more (Free). - Record voice memos with AI transcription and processing (Requires In-App Purchase). AUTOMATICALLY ORGANIZE NOTES - Transform notes into actionable content like tasks, projects, and more. - Voice memos require an In-App Purchase to unlock AI-powered transcription. ACCESS ALL YOUR INFORMATION ON THE GO - Browse your content, get overviews, and access pinned items (Free). - Advanced AI workflows require an In-App Purchase. Free Trial and Paid Features - Tana Outliner offers a free 14-day trial for all premium features, including AI-powered voice memos and advanced workflows. After the trial, these features require an In-App Purchase.

Screenshots

Logseq4 screens
Tana Outliner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Logseq at none against Tana Outliner's 4. Logseq also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (59% vs 48%). Tana Outliner's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. Tana Outliner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Logseq asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Logseq holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logseq has 252 ratings behind it against 50, 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 48% of Tana Outliner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, Tana Outliner every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Logseq versus Tana Outliner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLogseqTana Outliner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (252 ratings) — better4.0 (50 ratings)
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews — better48.3% of reviews
Number of ratings252 — better50
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB172 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLogseq Inc.Tana

Customer experience

Logseq

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

Tana Outliner

All ratings50 ratings
Positive76.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive48.3%
Neutral13.8%
Negative37.9%

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

Tana Outliner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Logseq

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Tana Outliner

Subscriptions4
  • Tana Plus Monthly14 Days trial$10.001 Month
  • Tana Pro Monthly14 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Tana Plus Yearly14 Days trial$96.001 Year
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  • Tana Pro Yearly14 Days trial$167.991 Year

Questions

Is Logseq free?
Logseq is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tana Outliner free?
Tana Outliner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Logseq or Tana Outliner?
Logseq is rated higher. Logseq averages 4.4 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Tana Outliner averages 4.0 from 50 ratings.
Do Logseq or Tana Outliner have ads?
Neither Logseq nor Tana Outliner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Logseq or Tana Outliner?
Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tana Outliner every 8 days. Most recently, Logseq was updated on October 16, 2026 and Tana Outliner on October 15, 2026.

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