Comparison

Cardnote.io vs Memo(Mach)

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

Head to head

Cardnote.io

Copy and paste by single tap

Undefined Note-Taking

Free

📊 Productivity

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About

Cardnote.io

Features

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Save handy information and copy & paste by a single tap. Card is saved in the cloud, and it can be used in multiple devices! (Web version is being prepared)

About

Memo(Mach)

This note-taking application prioritizes simplicity to encourage consistent usage. It offers a straightforward approach to capturing thoughts without feeling like a chore. The app aims to make note-taking an effortless habit.

Highlights

Simple note-taking interface
Encourages consistent habit formation
Effortless note capture
Focus on simplicity

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I think the key to taking notes lies in “simplicity.” If writing notes feels like a hassle, it’s hard to keep it up as a habit. That’s why, while I try to keep my notes simple, I never take them lightly :) * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Cardnote.io2 screens

Memo(Mach)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cardnote.io at none against Memo(Mach)'s 2. Memo(Mach)'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Memo(Mach) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Cardnote.io asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cardnote.io ships an update every 3 months, Memo(Mach) weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level

Cardnote.io versus Memo(Mach): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	Cardnote.io	Memo(Mach)
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	—	77.8% of reviews
Update frequency	Every 3 months	Weekly — better
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No — better	Yes
Monetization	—	Freemium
Devices	iPhone, iPad	iPhone, iPod
Requires iOS	16.4	15.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	9 MB	36 MB
Age rating	17+	4+
Developer	Wonseon Yu	Seoyoung Joung

In-app purchases

None

Cardnote.io

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Memo(Mach)

Subscriptions2

Memo Pro 1month$1.991 Month
Memo Pro_1 year$5.991 Year

Questions

Is Cardnote.io free?

Cardnote.io is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is Memo(Mach) free?

Memo(Mach) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

Do Cardnote.io or Memo(Mach) have ads?

Neither Cardnote.io nor Memo(Mach) shows ads.

Which is updated more often, Cardnote.io or Memo(Mach)?

Cardnote.io ships an update every 3 months, and Memo(Mach) weekly. Most recently, Cardnote.io was updated on October 27, 2026 and Memo(Mach) on October 14, 2026.