# Map a Note vs Glint

The clearest difference is rating: Glint at 5.0 against Map a Note's 1.0. Glint also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (11 vs 1). Map a Note's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Map a Note sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Glint sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Glint holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Glint has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Map a Note ships an update monthly, Glint every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Map a Note | Glint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-a-note/id6476342824/reviews) | **[5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glint-journal-for-memories/id6618111549/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 64 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gray Whale and Blue Heron](https://appshunter.io/developer/1406567541) | [Modum B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/917457194) |

## What reviewers say

### Map a Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-a-note/id6476342824)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited notes | $0.99 | per month |
| Unlimited notes | $3.99 | per year |


### Glint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glint-journal-for-memories/id6618111549)

Capture and reflect on life's highlights with this journaling app. Easily record significant moments, attach media, and track personal progress. Organize memories by custom categories and revisit past years to see your growth.

**Highlights:** Effortless memory keeping, Attach photos, locations, and URLs, Customizable categories for organization, Track personal goals and achievements, Journal prompts for inspiration, Gentle reminders for reflection, Siri integration for hands-free access

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Glint Extra | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Glint Extra | $4.99 | per year |
| Glint Extra | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Map a Note free?

Map a Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Glint free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Map a Note or Glint?

Glint is rated higher. Map a Note averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Glint averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.

### Do Map a Note or Glint have ads?

Neither Map a Note nor Glint shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Map a Note or Glint?

Map a Note ships an update monthly, and Glint every 10 days. Most recently, Map a Note was updated on October 24, 2026 and Glint on October 24, 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.*