Comparison

SimpRec vs Donote

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

Head to head
About

SimpRec

Features
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This app is a simple way to record your activity. Just tap the button at the timing you want to record. App Features - Tap to record date and time - Recorded date and time are displayed even "days ago". - Can also be recorded on Apple Watch *** In-App Purchase *** You can create two activities for free. The following features can be added with in-app purchases. - The limit on the number of activities that can be created will be removed. It also increases the number of records per activity to 100. - Reminder function is available. - Terms of use https://ynoseapps-simprec.jimdofree.com/termsofuseen/ - Privacy Policy https://ynoseapps-simprec.jimdofree.com/privacypolicyen/

About

Donote

This AI-powered tool transforms voice recordings into structured text notes and summaries in seconds. It's designed for professionals to capture ideas, transcribe meetings, and create searchable archives without manual typing.

Highlights
  • AI-powered transcription
  • Smart AI summaries
  • Searchable transcripts
  • Works in any meeting
  • Sync across devices
  • Encrypted and secure storage
Features
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The Smarter AI Note Taker for Work and Meetings Donote is the AI-powered note taker that turns your voice into clean, structured notes in seconds. Whether you’re in meetings, thinking out loud, or capturing ideas on the go, Donote records everything and organizes it beautifully. Designed for people in back-to-back meetings, Donote is your go-to tool for fast, accurate transcription and effortless AI note generation. No bots. No friction. Just speak and get instant results. Say it. Donote writes it. - AI-powered transcription with top-tier accuracy - Smart AI summaries with key points and action items - Searchable transcripts for every recording - Works in any meeting—without bots or awkward integrations - Sync across devices and access notes anywhere Whether you’re a founder, manager, creator, or coach, Donote helps you stay focused while keeping track of what matters. It’s the AI note-taking app you’ll actually use. Built for speed. Designed for privacy. Your recordings and AI notes are encrypted and stored securely. You control what’s saved, synced, and shared. Donote is ideal for: * Recording and transcribing meetings * Capturing voice notes and turning them into text * Getting AI-enhanced summaries in seconds * Staying organized without typing * Creating searchable archives of past conversations From brainstorming sessions to client calls, Donote is the AI note-taking tool built for how professionals actually work. ************** Support and contact: support@pixelperfect.club Privacy Policy: https://pixelperfect.club/privacy-policy.html Terms & Conditions: https://pixelperfect.club/terms-and-conditions.html Subscription pricing and terms: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends, and the renewal price will be shown. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime via your iTunes Account Settings. If a refund is requested, Apple may receive anonymized data such as usage time, subscription history, and trial status to assess eligibility.

Screenshots

SimpRec4 screens
Donote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Donote at weekly against SimpRec's every 2 months. Donote also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. SimpRec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Donote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpRec ships an update every 2 months, Donote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SimpRec versus Donote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpRecDonote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (54 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—54 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerynose appsPixel Perfect Lab LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SimpRec

One-time2
  • Activity Upgrade$0.99
  • Reminder function$0.99
10 purchases

Donote

Subscriptions10
  • Donote Premium$9.991 Month
  • Donote Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Donote Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Donote Premium$49.991 Year
  • Donote Premium3 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Donote Premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Donote Premium$69.991 Year
  • Donote Premium7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Donote Premium$79.991 Year
  • Donote Premium$99.991 Year

Questions

Is SimpRec free?
SimpRec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Donote free?
Donote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SimpRec or Donote have ads?
Neither SimpRec nor Donote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpRec or Donote?
SimpRec ships an update every 2 months, and Donote weekly. Most recently, SimpRec was updated on October 5, 2026 and Donote on October 7, 2026.

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