Comparison

Neo Studio 2 vs HiNotes by HiDock

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

HiNotes by HiDock

This app records, transcribes, and summarizes conversations using AI, transforming spoken words into structured notes. It offers accurate transcription in multiple languages and allows users to mark key moments for better organization and recall. Save time and stay focused with automated note-taking for various professional and educational settings.

Highlights
  • AI-powered transcription in 75 languages
  • VoiceMark™ for highlighting key moments
  • Tailored AI meeting notes with templates
  • Automatic generation of action items and summaries
  • Seamless integration with earphones
  • Saves time on manual note-taking
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HiNotes is the companion app to your HiDock device—an AI note taker that works seamlessly with your earphones. It's designed to record, transcribe, and summarize your conversations with remarkable accuracy. Whether you're on a business call or in a brainstorm session, HiNotes transforms your spoken words into clear, structured notes within seconds. What HiNotes Can Do for You - Accurate Transcription in 75 Languages Get high-quality, accurate transcriptions for meetings, calls, lectures, and more—powered by advanced AI. - VoiceMark™ Highlights Mark key moments while recording to revisit what matters most. Let your voice guide the AI to highlight, summarize, and organize better. - Tailored AI Meeting Notes Choose from ready-made templates or customize your own. HiNotes generates action items, summaries, and next steps—just the way you like. - Save Hours Every Week Let AI handle your note-taking so you can stay focused, present, and productive. Perfect For - Project Kick-Offs - Business Calls - Job Interviews - 1-on-1 Meetings - Brainstorms - User Interviews - Project Syncs - Customer Onboarding - Classes & Lectures - Therapy & Consultations - Stand-Ups & Sprint Planning …and many more. Free to use. No subscription required for transcription. Get HiNotes today and never take meeting notes the old way again. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Neo Studio 24 screens
HiNotes by HiDock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HiNotes by HiDock at 3.5 against Neo Studio 2's 1.8. HiNotes by HiDock also leads on review sentiment (32% vs 20%). Neo Studio 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). 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. HiNotes by HiDock sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Neo Studio 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HiNotes by HiDock holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 32 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Neo Studio 2's written reviews are positive against 32% of HiNotes by HiDock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Neo Studio 2 versus HiNotes by HiDock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeo Studio 2HiNotes by HiDock
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (20 ratings)3.5 (32 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews32.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2032 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size693 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeoLAB Convergence IncHiDock

Customer experience

Neo Studio 2

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

HiNotes by HiDock

All ratings30 ratings
Positive56.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative36.7%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral10.7%
Negative57.1%

In-app purchases

None

Neo Studio 2

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

HiNotes by HiDock

Subscriptions6
  • 1-Month Unlimited (KS)$19.991 Month
  • 1-Month Unlimited (MK)$19.991 Month
  • 1-Month Unlimited$24.991 Month
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  • 1-Year Unlimited (KS)$169.001 Year
  • 1-Year Unlimited (MK)$169.001 Year
  • 1-Year Unlimited$199.001 Year
One-time3
  • 1200 Mins Quota2 variants$9.99
  • 1200 Mins Quota$12.99
  • 12000 Mins Quota$99.99

Questions

Is Neo Studio 2 free?
Neo Studio 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HiNotes by HiDock free?
HiNotes by HiDock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Neo Studio 2 or HiNotes by HiDock?
HiNotes by HiDock is rated higher. Neo Studio 2 averages 1.8 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while HiNotes by HiDock averages 3.5 from 32 ratings.
Do Neo Studio 2 or HiNotes by HiDock have ads?
Neither Neo Studio 2 nor HiNotes by HiDock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Neo Studio 2 or HiNotes by HiDock?
Neo Studio 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and HiNotes by HiDock every 3 weeks. Most recently, Neo Studio 2 was updated on November 4, 2026 and HiNotes by HiDock on November 5, 2026.

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