MDPaper vs PageMoss
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MDPaper
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simple Markdown Editor on iOS - basic markdown supported - iCloud doc supported for GTD, BuJo - support TODO format "[ ] item" - support Dated TODO format "[@2023/12/31] item" icons by https://icons8.com/
PageMoss
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Your thoughts, your device, your intelligence. PageMoss is a local-first knowledge management app where all your data is processed entirely on your device. Complete Privacy - All notes stored locally on your Mac or iPhone - No cloud uploads, no data harvesting - Works offline — no internet required for any core feature - No account needed — start writing immediately On-Device AI Assistant - Chat with AI without sending a single word to the cloud - RAG-powered conversations that search your notes semantically - Create, update, and organize notes through natural conversation Deep Research Mode - Transform scattered notes into comprehensive insights - Multi-strategy search combining semantic, keyword, and fuzzy matching - Generate structured research reports with citations Study Mode - AI-generated quizzes: multiple choice, true/false, short answer - Flashcards with SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm - AI-curated learning paths based on complexity Knowledge Graph - 8 visualization modes: Tag, Link, Semantic, Cluster, Ego, Mindmap, Folder, Timeline - AI-powered semantic analysis discovers hidden connections - Interactive exploration with real-time updates Intelligent Note-Taking - Markdown editor with live preview - LaTeX math equations support - Link your thoughts with [[wiki links]] - Auto-save with version history Obsidian Compatible - Bidirectional sync with your existing Obsidian vault - Preserves YAML frontmatter and folder hierarchy - Standard Markdown files — export anytime No API keys. No usage limits. No monthly fees for AI. Your knowledge. Your device. Your rules. Unlock the full experience with unlimited access to advanced features. • Unlimited Research Mode • Unlimited Study Mode with Quiz / Flashcard / Learning Path Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/PageMoss-App-Page-2eff5511043f8098a29dd30b12ffbcb3
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MDPaper at none against PageMoss's 3. PageMoss's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, 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
Both are free to download. PageMoss sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MDPaper asks for nothing beyond the download.
MDPaper ships an update every 2 weeks, PageMoss every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MDPaper | PageMoss |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tomoaki Yagishita | harim kang |
In-app purchases
MDPaper
No in-app purchases
PageMoss
- PageMoss Pro Subscription - Monthly$9.991 Month
- PageMoss Pro Subscription - Yearly$59.991 Year
- PageMoss Pro$99.99
