*scratch* vs JobJot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
*scratch*
Quickly jot down notes, phone numbers, or directions on the go. This simple scratchpad app requires no sign-in or cloud storage, offering a straightforward way to capture information instantly. Supports plain text and basic Emacs org mode markup.
- Instant note-taking
- Plain text support
- Checkbox lists
- Share to other apps
- Save to Files
- Emacs org mode markup
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You're on the go. Someone's giving you directions, or a phone number, name of a restaurant... you need to write it down now, quickly! No time to create new contact, or a note, a file, or waste time on additional taps, bring up keyboard... You just need to write it somewhere right now. *scratch* is a simple scratch pad. • No bells or whistles, just a simple area to quickly jot something down. • Launch *scratch* and write. • Quickly create lists or checkboxes. • All plain text. • Share to other apps or save to Files as an org file (plain text). • No cloud, account, sign-in, or social required. Bonus: Emacs org mode lovers, you can use lightweight org markup like headings, plain lists, numbered lists, and checkboxes.
JobJot
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Busy applying for jobs? We all understand how stressful and confusing that can get, but worry no more! Job Jot is the perfect place for you to keep track of all your job applications and more! Job Jot provides you with all the tools you need to stay organized during your job search: • Save Job Posts: Mark job listings as “Interested” so you can easily revisit them when you’re ready to apply. • Track Application Progress: Monitor each job application every step of the way by updating its status. • Add Interview Notes: Remember everything discussed during an interview and more by adding detailed notes to each application stage. • History Screen: Retrieve all past progress effortlessly with the History screen, ensuring you never lose track of your applications. • Manage Cold Emails: Keep track of cold emails sent to companies and recruitment agencies, helping you stay on top of your networking efforts. • Visualize Your Job Hunt: Use clear and informative charts to get an overview of your job search progress. We want you to succeed in taking your career to the next level. With Job Jot, you can manage your job search with confidence and ease. Download now and take the first step towards your dream job!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: JobJot at Free against *scratch*'s $2.99. *scratch*'s advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On 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
JobJot is free to download; *scratch* costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
*scratch* ships an update daily, JobJot every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | *scratch* | JobJot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (28 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Xenodium Ltd. | Andrea Bottino |
In-app purchases
*scratch*
No in-app purchases
JobJot
No in-app purchases









