Comparison

Neo Studio 2 vs XNote AI

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

Head to head
About

Neo Studio 2

This app digitizes your handwritten notes from paper using a smartpen. It offers features like text extraction, area selection for sharing, and automatic separation of overlapping handwriting. Enjoy real-time synchronization across devices for a seamless note-taking experience.

Highlights
  • Digitize handwriting on paper
  • Text extraction from notes
  • Lasso tool for area selection
  • Automatic separation of overlapping handwriting
  • Real-time synchronization
  • Voice recording
Features
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A note-taking app that digitizes handwriting on paper. Reborn as the dedicated application for Neo Smartpen: Neo Studio 2! Experience the improved Neo Studio 2 with a more convenient and streamlined note-taking environment, expanding the handwriting paradigm. #Introduction of Main Features [Page View] Now you can scroll through the timeline with a single page view. You can easily check your handwritten notes without entering a detailed page. [Text Extraction] The previous 'Handwriting Recognition' function has been renamed to 'Text Extraction.' It has also been changed to a button at the bottom right of the handwriting detail page, allowing you to instantly convert your handwritten content into text. [Lasso Tool] In the handwriting detail page, you can select specific areas with the Lasso Tool for text extraction or to share only the selected area. [Split] Now overlapping handwriting is automatically separated. This addresses the issue of choosing the right time of overlapping notes, allowing you to isolate them and then automatically separate into the same notebook as the first writing. [Connect Only This Pen] If other smart pens are on, they may automatically connect to the app, but now you can focus on one pen, adding this feature to boost concentration. [Synchronization] Synchronization is now done in real-time without manual intervention, so you can log in with your existing account on any device, and your handwritten data will be reflected automatically. [Compatible Smartpens for Neo Studio] Neo Smartpen A1 (NWP-F151), Neo Smartpen R1 (NWP-F40), Neo Smartpen R1(NWP-F45-NC), Neo Smartpen M1 (NWP-F50), Neo Smartpen M1+ (NWP-F51), Neo Smartpen N2 (NWP-F121C), Neo Smartpen dimo (NWP-F30), LAMY Sadari all black ncode (NWP-F80) [Service Access Permission Information] - Bluetooth: Used to connect smart pens and devices through Bluetooth. - Photo permission: Used to set notebook covers with personal photos or save shared files to the device. - Audio recording and microphone: Used for voice recording in Neo Studio 2. * If you don't agree to these permissions, some features of the service might not function properly. * The Neo Studio 2 app's access permissions are compatible with iOS 16 or later versions. [Service Access Permissions Guide] Bluetooth: Used to connect the smartpen and device Photo access: Used to set personal photos as notebook covers or to save shared files to the device Audio recording & microphone: Used for the voice recording feature of Neo Studio 2 Some features may not function properly if permissions are not granted. Neo Studio 2 requires iOS 16 or later.

About

XNote AI

This app revolutionizes note-taking by blending traditional pen-and-paper feel with advanced digital capabilities. It offers AI-powered assistance for summaries and content generation, smart organization, real-time sync across devices, and collaborative tools. Capture, organize, and interact with your notes like never before.

Highlights
  • AI-powered assistance for summaries and content generation
  • Smart organization with advanced tagging and search
  • Real-time sync and accessibility across devices
  • Collaborative tools for sharing and real-time editing
  • Enhanced note-taking with handwriting recognition
  • Audio meeting recording, transcription, and summarization
Features
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Discover the future of note-taking with XNote, the revolutionary app designed to enhance the way you capture, organize, and interact with your notes. XNote combines the traditional appeal of pen and paper with the advanced capabilities of digital technology, offering a seamless experience that's both intuitive and powerful. Key Features: • AI-Powered Assistance: Unlock your productivity with an AI that understands your needs. Get summaries, set reminders, and generate content directly within your notes. • Smart Organization: All your notes are neatly organized and easily accessible. Advanced tagging and search functionalities ensure you can find your thoughts quickly, whether you're at home, in the office, or on the go. • Real-Time Sync and Accessibility: Your notes are always where you need them. Thanks to cloud integration, you can access and manage your notes from any device, ensuring your information is always up-to-date and at your fingertips. • Collaborative Tools: Collaborate on projects with ease. Share your notebooks and tasks with colleagues or study partners, and work together in real-time on shared documents. • Enhanced Note-Taking: Write, sketch, and draw with precision using our smart pen, which captures your handwriting and translates it into digital text. Enjoy the feel of pen and paper with all the benefits of digital editing and sharing. • Personalized Experience: Customize your note-taking experience with themes, templates, and layouts that suit your style and preferences. Whether you're a student, a professional, or someone who loves jotting down thoughts, XNote is designed to be your perfect companion. • Secure and Reliable: We prioritize your privacy and data security. With end-to-end encryption and regular backups, your ideas are always safe and secure. • Integration with Popular Apps: XNote seamlessly integrates with popular apps and services, enhancing your workflow and allowing you to send your notes to other platforms with just a few taps. • Audio Meetings & Voice Notes: XNote joins your Google Meet and Zoom meetings, records, transcribes, and summarizes all automatically. Or simply hit record in the app to capture your thoughts on the go. Your recordings are automatically matched with your notebook entries. XNote is more than just a note-taking app. It's a comprehensive tool that adapts to your lifestyle, helping you manage your daily tasks, projects, and ideas more efficiently than ever before. Whether you're a creative, a business professional, or a student, XNote empowers you to capture your best ideas and get more done. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://xnote.ai/pages/xnote-ai-data-security-and-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Neo Studio 24 screens
XNote AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: XNote AI at 4.4 against Neo Studio 2's 1.8. XNote AI also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 20%). Neo Studio 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. XNote AI sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Neo Studio 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

XNote AI holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 25 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Neo Studio 2's written reviews are positive against 51% of XNote AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Neo Studio 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, XNote AI monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Neo Studio 2 versus XNote AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeo Studio 2XNote AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (19 ratings)4.4 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews51.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1925 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size693 MB129 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeoLAB Convergence IncXNote, Inc.

Customer experience

Neo Studio 2

All ratings19 ratings
Positive21.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative78.9%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

XNote AI

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive51.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

None

Neo Studio 2

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

XNote AI

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly$8.991 Month
  • XNote AI Pro$19.001 Month
  • Yearly$59.991 Year
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  • XNote AI Pro (Annual)$99.991 Year
  • XNote AI Unlimited (Annual)$249.001 Year
One-time4
  • 600 Audio Minutes$12.00
  • 3000 Audio Minutes$59.00
  • 6000 Audio Minutes$99.99
Show 1 more
  • XNote AI Lifetime Membership$99.99

Questions

Is Neo Studio 2 free?
Neo Studio 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XNote AI free?
XNote AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Neo Studio 2 or XNote AI?
XNote AI is rated higher. Neo Studio 2 averages 1.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while XNote AI averages 4.4 from 25 ratings.
Do Neo Studio 2 or XNote AI have ads?
Neither Neo Studio 2 nor XNote AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Neo Studio 2 or XNote AI?
Neo Studio 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and XNote AI monthly. Most recently, Neo Studio 2 was updated on September 2, 2026 and XNote AI on September 22, 2026.

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