Comparison

MemeSearch vs GateBook

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

Head to head
About

MemeSearch

This app allows you to search for memes using text descriptions or keywords. It provides a searchable library of trending memes sourced from popular Reddit communities. The application is completely free to use with no advertisements or in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Search memes by text
  • Search memes by content description
  • Access trending memes
  • Source from Reddit communities
  • Free to use
  • No ads or in-app purchases
Features
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Update(2023/04/06): Memes number updated from 14726->20089. MemeSearch: Your Searchable Meme Library, Completely Free! Highlights: - It contains many of the trendiest memes. - You can search by text or by describing the content of the meme. - Completely free, no ads, no in-app purchases, no subscriptions. 1. Why was this made? I saw a lot of interesting memes in the Reddit /r/memes community, but it was hard to save and find them in albums. Making memes searchable seemed like a better idea. 2. Free app? Yees! Because it's fun. Everything runs on your phone, so it doesn't incur server costs. The app should remain functional until Apple goes bankrupt. If you find it awesome, telling me or posting it on social media would make my day. 3. Where does the images from? I use the Reddit API to get images from communities like /r/memes and /r/dankmemes. 4. Will memes data update frequently? Due to server and Reddit API limitations, memes will NOT be updated daily. I will try to update the data at least once a year. Preview page created with https://screenshots.pro/.

About

GateBook

Features
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GateBook is a personal map-based notebook for gate codes you encounter on your routes. Save a code at your current location or drop a pin anywhere on the map; see the nearest code when you’re close. No accounts or cloud—data stays offline on your device. Free to try; one-time unlock enables unlimited codes and import/export. Features • Save on the map — Tap “+” at your current spot or long-press to drop a pin and attach a code. • Auto pop-up nearby — Open the app or tap the key button to reveal the closest saved code. • Pins & list by distance — View everything on the map or browse a simple list sorted by how near it is. • Offline & private — Notes are stored on your phone; nothing is uploaded or shared. • Import & export — Back up your notes or move them to another device when needed. • Built for routes — Fits delivery and courier workflows around gated communities. Pricing & limits Use GateBook free with a limited number of saved communities. Upgrade with a one-time in-app purchase to unlock unlimited codes and import/export. “Restore Purchases” is available in Settings. Note GateBook does not control or manage gates or access systems. It’s a personal map notebook for your own reference.

Screenshots

MemeSearch4 screens
GateBook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MemeSearch at none against GateBook's 1. MemeSearch also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 14 months). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GateBook sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MemeSearch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MemeSearch ships an update monthly, GateBook every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MemeSearch versus GateBook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMemeSearchGateBook
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size211 MB39 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSmashMelon LLC兴恺 王

In-app purchases

None

MemeSearch

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GateBook

One-time1
  • GateBook Pro — Unlimited Codes$4.99

Questions

Is MemeSearch free?
MemeSearch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GateBook free?
GateBook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MemeSearch or GateBook have ads?
Neither MemeSearch nor GateBook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MemeSearch or GateBook?
MemeSearch ships an update monthly, and GateBook every 14 months. Most recently, MemeSearch was updated on October 6, 2026 and GateBook on October 14, 2026.

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