# ReefBay vs LegacyNotes

The clearest difference is price: ReefBay at Free against LegacyNotes's $0.99. ReefBay also leads on ratings volume (497 vs 4) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.5). LegacyNotes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

ReefBay is free to download; LegacyNotes costs $0.99 up front. ReefBay sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. LegacyNotes asks for nothing beyond the download.

LegacyNotes holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ReefBay has 497 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of ReefBay's written reviews are positive against 100% of LegacyNotes's.

ReefBay ships an update every 8 days, LegacyNotes weekly. Both last shipped on November 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReefBay | LegacyNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (497 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reefbay/id6478054386/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/legacynotes/id6748324983/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **497** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 82.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 89 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Toolit Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331221462) | [Patrick White](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788129092) |

## What reviewers say

### ReefBay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reefbay/id6478054386)

Manage your saltwater aquarium with this comprehensive app. Track water parameters, log inhabitants, and receive task reminders. Connect with a community of hobbyists, explore local marketplaces, and access helpful guides.

**Highlights:** Local marketplace for buying/selling, Explore coral and fish databases, Personalized tank profiles, Water parameter tracking with charts, Community forums and support, Task reminders for maintenance, Aquarium guides and resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $4.99 | per month |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $4.99 | per month |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $5.99 | per month |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $29.99 | per year |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $39.99 | per year |
| ReefBay DeepDive | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 📊 Comprehensive parameter tracking with visual graphs
- 🌐 Active community for sharing and learning
- 🛒 Integrated marketplace for buying/selling coral and equipment
- 💬 Social hub connecting reef keepers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Coral identification feature is inaccurate
- 🎨 Inconsistent UI presentation and design
- ❌ Navigation dead ends and UI issues
- 📧 Excessive email notifications despite unsubscribing
- 🔐 Account deletion/data loss concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Coral ID misidentifies corals as fish
- App stopped working after update
- Cannot click create button due to text overlap
- Account mysteriously deleted
- Unsubscribe function not working for emails

**Requested features**

- Add ammonia and nitrite to water parameter tracking
- Improve coral identification accuracy
- Enhance UI consistency and presentation
- Better email notification management


### LegacyNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/legacynotes/id6748324983)

Organize important life information, document final wishes, and share wisdom with future generations. This secure digital vault helps preserve your legacy and provides clarity for loved ones.

**Highlights:** Document final wishes, Share life wisdom, Build family tree, Leave personal messages, Organize critical information, Secure private storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReefBay free?

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

### Is LegacyNotes free?

LegacyNotes costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ReefBay or LegacyNotes?

LegacyNotes is rated higher. ReefBay averages 4.8 out of 5 from 497 ratings, while LegacyNotes averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do ReefBay or LegacyNotes have ads?

ReefBay shows ads; LegacyNotes does not.

### Which is updated more often, ReefBay or LegacyNotes?

ReefBay ships an update every 8 days, and LegacyNotes weekly. Most recently, ReefBay was updated on November 14, 2026 and LegacyNotes on November 14, 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.*