# NoteSnap vs Banknote ID

The clearest difference is ads: NoteSnap at none against Banknote ID's shown. NoteSnap also leads on ratings volume (20K vs 206) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NoteSnap sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Banknote ID sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NoteSnap holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NoteSnap has 20K ratings behind it against 206, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of NoteSnap's written reviews are positive against 38% of Banknote ID's.

NoteSnap ships an update every 2 weeks, Banknote ID every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NoteSnap | Banknote ID |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notesnap-banknote-identifier/id6448227169/reviews)** | [4.4 (206 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/banknote-id-note-identifier/id6449972529/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20K** | 206 |
| Positive reviews | **47.5% of reviews** | 38.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#71** | — |
| Size | 155 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Next Vision Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532006906) | [Dino Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647202065) |

## What reviewers say

### NoteSnap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notesnap-banknote-identifier/id6448227169)

**Currently charting:** #71 Top Grossing · Reference, #118 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

Effortlessly identify and catalog banknotes using AI. Snap a picture or upload an image to get detailed information about currency from around the world. Organize your collection and track your valuable items.

**Highlights:** AI-driven banknote identification, Catalog and store banknote collections, Identify rare banknotes, View detailed banknote information, Track snap history, Discover trending collection series

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NoteSnap Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| NoteSnap Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| NoteSnap Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| NoteSnap Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| NoteSnap Platinum | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlock an eBook | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock an eBook | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📚 Helpful information
- 🔍 Accurate identification
- 💻 Useful for collection management
- 🌍 Supports foreign currency

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Inaccurate identification
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🕰️ Outdated information
- 📱 Camera issues

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when using drop-down menu
- Camera not working properly
- Incorrect information displayed for new notes
- Subscription charged despite free trial
- Unable to properly identify rare/valuable notes

**Requested features**

- Add ability to manually enter notes
- Improve serial number recognition
- Integrate with grading services
- Add valuation feature
- Improve country/currency organization


### Banknote ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/banknote-id-note-identifier/id6449972529)

Identify any banknote instantly using AI image recognition. Get detailed information, market prices, and manage your personal collection. An AI assistant is available for your numismatic queries.

**Highlights:** Banknote identification by image, Detailed banknote information, Market price estimation, Personal collection management, AI assistant for queries, Note-taking for findings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $17.99 | per year |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $35.99 | per year |
| Banknote Identifier Premium | $35.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Helpful for antique dealers
- 💡 Provides detailed banknote info
- 🚀 Fast and accurate recognition
- 👍 Easy to use
- 😍 Great for collectors

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Poor identification accuracy
- 💸 Limited free scans
- 👎 Does not value money well
- 🚫 No refund available
- 😠 Auto-renew difficult to cancel

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot identify US bills
- Incorrectly identifies bill denominations
- App crashes or freezes
- Flash feature not working

**Requested features**

- Offer a free trial
- Allow account deletion
- Provide a way to end auto-renew


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NoteSnap free?

NoteSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Banknote ID free?

Banknote ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NoteSnap or Banknote ID?

NoteSnap is rated higher. NoteSnap averages 4.6 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while Banknote ID averages 4.4 from 206 ratings.

### Do NoteSnap or Banknote ID have ads?

Banknote ID shows ads; NoteSnap does not.

### Which is updated more often, NoteSnap or Banknote ID?

NoteSnap ships an update every 2 weeks, and Banknote ID every 3 months. Most recently, NoteSnap was updated on September 26, 2026 and Banknote ID on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*