# StudioDB vs Just the note

The clearest difference is rating: Just the note at 5.0 against StudioDB's 4.0. Just the note also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 15 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StudioDB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months and Just the note sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Just the note holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

StudioDB ships an update every 15 months, Just the note every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StudioDB | Just the note |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiodb/id6469542161/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-the-note/id6474261979/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dipen Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/570360425) | [Vladimir Tezin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546233266) |

## What reviewers say

### StudioDB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiodb/id6469542161)

This app offers a unique object-oriented approach to scriptwriting, allowing users to create, edit, and manage projects, characters, scenes, and dialogue. It provides tools for casting actors, defining locations, and organizing script elements with intelligent options and import/export capabilities.

**Highlights:** Object-oriented scriptwriting interface, Project, scene, and character management, Intelligent element options for dialogue and action, Actor casting and character association, Import/export projects and scripts as JSON, Generate reports and share files

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Access | $9.99 | per year |


### Just the note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-the-note/id6474261979)

Capture thoughts and ideas instantly with a minimalist note-taking application. Designed for speed and simplicity, it allows for quick entry via widgets or a single swipe. Get your notes down without distraction.

**Highlights:** One-swipe note creation, Widget for one-tap notes, Minimalist interface, Fast and convenient, Simple note-taking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Just the note + | $0.99 | per month |
| Thanks to the author | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift to the author | $1.99 | one-time |
| Many thanks to the author | $1.99 | one-time |
| Just the note plus (lifetime) | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StudioDB free?

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

### Is Just the note free?

Just the note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, StudioDB or Just the note?

Just the note is rated higher. StudioDB averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Just the note averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do StudioDB or Just the note have ads?

Neither StudioDB nor Just the note shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StudioDB or Just the note?

StudioDB ships an update every 15 months, and Just the note every 2 months. Most recently, StudioDB was updated on June 23, 2026 and Just the note on September 17, 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.*