Comparison

Linkmarked vs Notes

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

Head to head
About

Linkmarked

Features
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Introducing Linkmarked, the ultimate tool for organizing and managing your online world. Seamlessly save and categorize your favorite URLs and links, with the ability to create personalized categories and apply tags for easy retrieval. Stay organized and boost productivity by accessing your curated content effortlessly. Whether you're a student, professional, or casual browser, Linkmarked offers a user-friendly experience, making it the go-to app for streamlining your digital life. Download now and take control of your links with simplicity and style. Available Linkmarked plans: Monthly and Annually. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use(EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Notes

This minimalist note-taking app focuses on efficient documentation with features like quick entry, OCR, voice input, and reminders. It offers seamless iCloud sync and a recycle bin for accidental deletions, all within a clean interface.

Highlights
  • Quick note-taking
  • Photo text recognition (OCR)
  • Voice input (speech-to-text)
  • Reminder setup
  • Recycle bin for deleted notes
  • Home screen widgets
  • iCloud sync
Features
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Notes is a minimalist note-taking app designed specifically for efficient documentation. It strips away unnecessary complexity while delivering a "just-right" experience for key features: from quick note-taking and widget previews to photo text recognition, speech-to-text, iCloud sync, and recycle bin recovery—all to help you focus on the core of "documenting" itself. Quick Note-Taking: Open and start writing instantly, minimizing interruptions and distractions. Photo Text Recognition (OCR): Extract text from images with one tap and convert it into editable content for more efficient organization and searching. Voice Input: Convert speech to text in real time, freeing your hands to quickly capture ideas anytime, anywhere. Reminder Setup: Add reminders to important notes so you never miss a critical moment. Recycle Bin: Recover accidentally deleted notes for peace of mind when you make a mistake in editing or deletion. Widget: Quickly view or select notes directly from your home screen to access key information without opening the app. iCloud (CloudKit) Sync: Keep notes consistent across all your devices for worry-free cross-device creation. We care about your privacy. Your content is stored on your devices and iCloud account, with secure sync via Apple’s CloudKit; developers do not access your private note content. Some advanced features may require a subscription to support ongoing development and maintenance (see in-app details for more). Whether you subscribe or not, Notes is committed to delivering a top-tier basic note-taking experience. Who It’s For - Anyone who needs to quickly and reliably document ideas, meeting key points, to-do lists, or study notes - Users who prefer minimalist design and focus on content over complex menus - Those who need seamless sync across devices like iPhone and iPad What Makes Us Different - Purity: No redundant settings—seize the "golden 3 seconds" for note-taking. - Power: OCR, voice input, reminders, and widgets work together seamlessly, hitting the perfect balance. - Peace of Mind: Data is stored in your iCloud, giving you greater privacy and control. Auto-Renewal Membership Service Terms Subscription Period - Continuous Annual Subscription (1 year) - Continuous Monthly Subscription (1 month) Subscription Price - The auto-renewal price for the Continuous Annual Membership is $9.99 per year. - The auto-renewal price for the Continuous Monthly Membership is $0.99 per month. Payment Upon confirmation of purchase, the fee will be deducted from your iTunes account. Auto-Renewal The renewal fee will be deducted from your iTunes account 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Upon successful payment, the subscription period will be extended by one cycle. Cancel Auto-Renewal If you wish to cancel your subscription, manually open "Settings" on your iOS device --> tap "Apple ID", select "View Apple ID", enter the Account Settings page, tap "Subscriptions", then cancel the subscription. If you do not turn off the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will auto-renew. Subscription Terms https://docs.qq.com/doc/DVXhmbmhiUkx5QURs

Screenshots

Linkmarked4 screens
Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Notes at every 2 weeks against Linkmarked's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Linkmarked sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linkmarked ships an update monthly, Notes every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Linkmarked versus Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinkmarkedNotes
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCan Yoldasxiaorichang Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Linkmarked

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium Annually$5.991 Year
2 purchases

Notes

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Linkmarked free?
Linkmarked is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Notes free?
Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Linkmarked or Notes have ads?
Neither Linkmarked nor Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linkmarked or Notes?
Linkmarked ships an update monthly, and Notes every 2 weeks. Most recently, Linkmarked was updated on October 6, 2026 and Notes on October 8, 2026.

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