Comparison

Notable vs SfocusPulse

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

Head to head
About

Notable

Organize your thoughts with a unique pile-based system that adapts to your workflow. Supports text, images, voice memos, and advanced Markdown with code highlighting. Syncs seamlessly via iCloud and prioritizes user privacy with on-device processing.

Highlights
  • Pile-based organization
  • Multiple content types (text, image, voice)
  • Advanced Markdown with live preview
  • Code highlighting for 40+ languages
  • On-device voice memo transcription
  • iCloud sync
  • Open source
Features
Read full description

Notable: Your Thoughts, Beautifully Organized Notable reimagines note-taking with a unique pile-based organization system that mirrors how your mind actually works. Instead of rigid folders, create flexible piles that adapt to your thinking. Powerful Yet Simple • Pile-Based Organization - Group notes naturally, like stacking papers on your desk • Multiple Content Types - Text, images, links, and voice memos in one place • Advanced Markdown - Full CommonMark support with live preview • Code Highlighting - 40+ languages with syntax highlighting • Smart Search - Find anything with natural language semantic search Voice to Text, Instantly • Record Voice Memos - Capture thoughts on the go with waveform visualization • Automatic Transcription - On-device AI transcribes your recordings with WhisperKit • Privacy First - All processing happens on your device Sync Everywhere • iCloud Integration - Seamless sync across all your devices • CloudKit Powered - Secure, private, and automatic • Conflict Resolution - Your changes always take priority Beautiful Design • Native SwiftUI - Smooth, responsive interface designed for iOS • Dark Mode - Gorgeous in light or dark • Link Previews - Rich previews for web links • Customizable Themes - Choose from multiple code editor themes Your Data, Your Control • No Account Required - Just sign in with iCloud • No Tracking - We don't collect or sell your data • Fully Open Source - Transparent development you can trust Whether you're capturing fleeting thoughts, organizing research, or managing projects, Notable adapts to your workflow. Requires iOS 17.0 or later.

About

SfocusPulse

Read full description

FocusPulse is a minimalist focus timer with ready-made modes (Pomodoro, Light Work, Deep Work, and Sleep) plus a flexible Custom mode. One tap and you’re in flow: start/pause, instant end, and automatic session saving to History (30 days). Built-in Sounds player includes 9 atmospheric loops (Rain, Forest, City, Ambience, Harbor, Fireplace, Wind, Night, Ocean) with play/pause right on the main screen. Personalize the look with 11 premium themes, including a transparent Glass style and a cozy Warm Neon glow, plus soft highlights for buttons and text. Switch between custom fonts instantly (Pulse Outline, Pulse Clean, Pulse Bold, Pulse Serif). Track your progress with saved sessions, total minutes, and quick history views. The collapsible dock (Focus/History/Settings) stays out of the way when you want a clean screen. Built in SwiftUI with smooth animations and haptics.

Screenshots

Notable4 screens
SfocusPulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Notable at $0.99 against SfocusPulse's $1.99. On ads, in-app purchases, 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

Notable costs $0.99 and SfocusPulse $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Notable versus SfocusPulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotableSfocusPulse
Price$0.99 — better$1.99
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRunkai ZhangVIACHESLAV ZHILTSOV

In-app purchases

None

Notable

No in-app purchases

None

SfocusPulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notable free?
Notable costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SfocusPulse free?
SfocusPulse costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notable or SfocusPulse have ads?
Neither Notable nor SfocusPulse shows ads.

Other comparisons