Note26 vs Beanotes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Note26
This app offers a unique approach to note-taking by integrating directly with your calendar. Simply select a date and start typing your thoughts, to-do lists, or journal entries without any rigid structure. It provides a streamlined way to organize your life by day.
- One note per day organization
- Instant writing without forms
- Markdown support buttons
- Calendar integration
- To-do lists and reminders
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Note26 is a lightweight, date-focused note-taking app that blends the clarity of a calendar with the freedom of writing. No titles, no time slots — just pick a day and type. It’s that simple. Unlike traditional calendar apps that require structured inputs like time, location, and titles, Note26 removes all friction. Whether you're writing a to-do list, shopping reminder, journal entry, or trip plan — just tap a date and start typing. Key Features - One note per day Organize your thoughts by date — your calendar becomes your notebook. - Instant writing No need to fill out forms. Select a day and write what matters. - Markdown support buttons Use simple buttons to add bullet points, dividers, and checklists — all rendered live as you type.
Beanotes
Capture and organize important details about people and pets, from favorite orders to meaningful conversations. Strengthen relationships and cherish memories with a comprehensive system for remembering what matters most.
- Jot down observations and details
- Capture special dates and events with photos
- Track meaningful discussions
- Write detailed narratives
- Remember preferences and favorites
- Map relationships and connections
- Nearby notifications with location tracking
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Beanotes helps you remember the little details about the people and pets in your life that make them special. Never forget a favorite coffee order, an important conversation, or a cherished memory again. Beanotes makes it effortless to capture and organize thoughts about the beings you care about. FEATURES 1. Notes - Jot down quick observations and details 2. Moments - Capture special dates and events with photos 3. Conversations - Keep track of meaningful discussions 4. Stories - Write rich, detailed narratives about your beings 5. Questions - Remember preferences, favorites, and important details 6. Relationships - Map how everyone in your life is connected 7. Maps with Nearby Notifications - Add locations to beings to see them on an interactive map CONVENIENT Your data is synced across all your Apple devices logged into the same iCloud account. COLLABORATE & SHARE Upgrade to Premium to unlock: - Cloud storage with end-to-end encryption - Real-time collaboration with family and friends - Unlimited moments, conversations, and stories - Secure sharing BEAN AI (OPTIONAL) Enable local AI features for smart summaries, translations and more - all processed privately on your device. PERFECT FOR - Remembering details about friends and family - Tracking conversations and important dates - Collaborative note-taking with loved ones - Cherishing memories about pets - Strengthening personal relationships Download Beanotes today and never forget what matters most. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Beanotes at every 5 days against Note26's every 3 weeks. Beanotes also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). Note26's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, review sentiment 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
Both are free to download. Note26 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Beanotes sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Note26 against 5.0 for Beanotes. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Note26 ships an update every 3 weeks, Beanotes every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Note26 | Beanotes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Note26 Inc. | Team Common Ground LLC |
Customer experience
Note26
Beanotes
In-app purchases
Note26
- Note26 Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
Beanotes
- Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Yearly1 Month trial$29.991 Year
- Yearly - Family Sharing1 Month trial$49.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$9.99
