# Only Markdown vs Matrix

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Only Markdown at none against Matrix's 2. Only Markdown also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Matrix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Only Markdown asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Only Markdown | Matrix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Size | 27 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [丽荣 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656476844) | [小豪 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894800860) |

## What reviewers say

### Only Markdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/only-markdown/id6471973955)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Matrix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matrix-markdown-notes/id6785348155)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MD Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| MD Pro Yearly | $5.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Only Markdown free?

Only Markdown is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Matrix free?

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

### Do Only Markdown or Matrix have ads?

Neither Only Markdown nor Matrix shows ads.

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