Comparison

Appended vs Tally

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

Head to head
About

Appended

This note-taking app mimics a pen-and-paper notebook, focusing on sequential entries and simple deletion. It offers optional markdown rendering and search functionality for easy retrieval of past thoughts.

Highlights
  • Sequential note entry
  • Optional markdown rendering
  • Full-text search
  • Encrypted sync across devices
  • Siri integration
  • Apple Watch support
  • Strikethrough for completed items
Features
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This is not your typical notes app! In simpler times, if someone had a thought, they might jot it down in a notebook. If they had another thought, it would go right below the earlier one. No need for organizing, tagging, editing, or correcting old mistakes. If something became distracting, or if it was a TODO item that was done, it could just be crossed out. This app is that: a note taking app reminiscent of pen and paper, where the only form of organization was the sequence the notes were written in. With Appended, if you have a thought, you append it to your only ongoing note. If some entry is no longer relevant, you can cross it out, or delete it, but there is no temptation -- because there's no ability -- to edit or organize. Appended differs from a paper notebook in only two ways: * Notes are (optionally) rendered in markdown. Without a distracting formatting UI, you can bring life to your notes by adding lists, tables, links, rich text, and images * Notes are fully searchable, making it much easier to find something you wrote months ago buried among all your other great ideas Other great features: * Encrypted notes sync securely across all your devices (requires iCloud) * Create notes using Siri by simply saying "Create a note using Appended" * View or add notes straight from your Apple Watch * Use the Shortcuts app to append notes, search them, and more * Search super quickly and see either only results or view matching notes in context * Strikethrough notes that are no longer important to you, or optionally hide them. Easily toggle whether they're included in search results * Share individual notes or drag them into other apps * Copy notes to your clipboard * Configurable reading options like font and size * Tap anywhere to show nothing but your notes * Full undo/redo support Features Appended does NOT have: * Complicated organization that makes you wonder where you've put old notes * Super flexible organization that makes you feel guilty when you just need to write something down so you don't forget it * Todo lists that grow faster than you can manage, resulting in you never using it anymore * Distracting formatting UIs, making you think about how your notes should look rather than noting them before you forget * Editing existing notes

About

Tally

Features
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Transform the way you count and track with Tally Counter - the most powerful and intuitive counting app on your device. Whether you're tracking daily habits, counting inventory, monitoring exercise reps, or keeping score in games, Tally Counter makes it effortless. Unlimited Counters - Create as many counters as you need. No limits, no restrictions - track everything that matters to you in one organized place. Smart Customization - Set custom step counts (count by 1s, 5s, 10s, or any increment) - Choose counting direction (up, down, or both) - Set target goals - Add detailed notes to each count entry - Override current value at any time Complete History & Insights - View full history of all counting sessions + Visual usage heatmap shows your tracking patterns Backup - Export all data as JSON files & import from them Flexible Views - Switch between grid and list views to match your preference. Organize your counters exactly how you want to see them. Perfect for: - Habit tracking and daily routines - Exercise rep counting and fitness goals - Inventory management and stock counting - Event attendance and crowd counting - Game scoring and competition tracking - Meditation and breathing exercise counts Other Features - Clean, intuitive interface that's easy to use - Comprehensive tracking without complexity - Your data stays private and secure, we don't collect or sell data - Works offline - no internet required

Screenshots

Appended4 screens
Tally4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tally at Free against Appended's $5.99. Tally also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18). Appended's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Tally is free to download; Appended costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Appended ships an update every 2 weeks, Tally every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Appended versus Tally: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppendedTally
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1815.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeter CompernolleDominik Gyecsek

In-app purchases

None

Appended

No in-app purchases

None

Tally

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Appended free?
Appended costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tally free?
Tally is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Appended or Tally have ads?
Neither Appended nor Tally shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Appended or Tally?
Appended ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tally every 8 months. Most recently, Appended was updated on October 25, 2026 and Tally on October 30, 2026.

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