Comparison

NoteSnap vs Banknote

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

Head to head
About

NoteSnap

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
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NoteSnap is a perfect app for banknote collectors. With the help of cutting-edge AI-driven technology, NoteSnap allows you to effortlessly identify and catalog your banknotes within seconds. All you need to do is snap a picture of your banknote or upload an image from your phone's gallery. NoteSnap will automatically match the image with database, providing you with accurate reference information. Each identification result offers a comprehensive overview of the banknote, including its name, country of origin, year of issue, and other valuable details. With NoteSnap, you can conveniently record and store your banknote collections directly within the app, ensuring you never lose track of your valuable items. The app also saves your snap history, making it easy to manage your prized banknotes. Stay up to date with the latest trends in banknote collection series and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of banknote collecting. Key Features of NoteSnap: - Instantly identify 30,000+ banknotes from around the world - Identify rare banknotes - Stay updated with trending banknote collection series - Save your ID history NoteSnap is the ultimate app for banknote collectors of all levels, from beginners to experienced numismatists. Download NoteSnap now and unlock a world of features to enhance your banknote collecting experience. About NoteSnap Premium: - Subscription Name: NoteSnap Premium (Yearly with Trial) - Subscription Duration: 1 year (7-day trial) - Subscription Description: Unlock all premium features. Please note the following regarding the premium subscription: - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews 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 prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: Terms of Use: https://app-service.banknotesnap.com/static/user_agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://app-service.banknotesnap.com/static/privacy_policy.html For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to contact us at support@banknotesnap.com.

About

Banknote

Utilize AI to scan and identify banknotes from around the world. Get detailed information about their value, country of origin, and historical context. Save and share your findings.

Highlights
  • AI banknote identification
  • Scan banknote images or real currency
  • Extract banknote details (value, country, dates)
  • View historical information
  • Export findings as PDF
  • Share identified banknotes
Features
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BankNote Identifier: AI Verify is all in one AI scanner app for BankNote. With this App you can identify BankNote with and around you. It's important to know about currency value of BankNote with you and with this app you can identify, verify and recognise all type of BankNote Features of Picture with BankNote and identify is 1. Scan the BankNote image or photo or real BankNote around you 2. Crop the BankNote image 3. Identify with AI 4. Get BankNote details such as value, country, dates and other important details 5. Get History information 6. Export as PDF and share Subscription Policy - Subscriptions are billed weekly or monthly at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions auto-renew at the cost of the chosen package, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy - https://banknote-identifier.nextpixelapps.app/privacy Service Terms - https://banknote-identifier.nextpixelapps.app/terms

Screenshots

NoteSnap4 screens
Banknote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NoteSnap at 4.6 against Banknote's 4.1. NoteSnap also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (21K vs 9). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. NoteSnap sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Banknote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NoteSnap holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NoteSnap has 21K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NoteSnap ships an update every 2 weeks, Banknote every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
NoteSnap versus Banknote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteSnapBanknote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (21K ratings) — better4.1 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews46.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings21K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#75 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size155 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNext Vision LimitedNextPixel apps

Customer experience

NoteSnap

All ratings19,954 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.2%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews265 reviews
Positive46.8%
Neutral10.9%
Negative42.3%

Banknote

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

NoteSnap

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

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

Banknote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

NoteSnap

Subscriptions5
  • NoteSnap Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
  • NoteSnap Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • NoteSnap Premium$29.991 Year
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  • NoteSnap Premium1 Month trial$29.991 Year
  • NoteSnap Platinum7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlock an eBook$1.99
  • Unlock an eBook$3.99
2 purchases

Banknote

Subscriptions2
  • AI Scanner for Bank Note$4.997 Days
  • BankNote Identifier for month3 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is NoteSnap free?
NoteSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Banknote free?
Banknote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NoteSnap or Banknote?
NoteSnap is rated higher. NoteSnap averages 4.6 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while Banknote averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.
Do NoteSnap or Banknote have ads?
Neither NoteSnap nor Banknote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NoteSnap or Banknote?
NoteSnap ships an update every 2 weeks, and Banknote every 10 months. Most recently, NoteSnap was updated on October 28, 2026 and Banknote on October 22, 2026.

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