Logseq vs ClearSay
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
ClearSay
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ClearSay turns spoken words into editable transcripts using on-device speech-to-text ML models. Start recording immediately, then transcribe with a downloaded Whisper model on your device or choose Apple Speech when available. ClearSay keeps your recordings, transcripts, corrections, and settings organized locally, with clear controls for export and deletion. FEATURES - Start recording quickly without waiting for a speech model to load - Download or import Whisper models for offline transcription - Use Apple Speech on supported devices - Edit, rename, pin, search, sort, copy, and export transcripts - Keep failed or queued audio safe for another transcription attempt - Personalize vocabulary and correction rules - Follow recording status from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island on supported iPhones - Adjust text, motion, contrast, waveform, and other accessibility preferences - Export transcripts and recordings when you choose ClearSay does not require an account, show advertising, or use third-party analytics. Whisper transcription runs on your device after you download or import a model. Apple Speech processing depends on your device, language, settings, and Apple's service availability.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Logseq at 14.0 against ClearSay's 18.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Logseq ships an update every 3 weeks, ClearSay fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Logseq | ClearSay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (264 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 264 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Logseq Inc. | Ty Christian Devito |
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
ClearSay
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Logseq
No in-app purchases
ClearSay
No in-app purchases









