Comparison

Note26 vs Box

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • One note per day organization
  • Instant writing without forms
  • Markdown support buttons
  • Calendar integration
  • To-do lists and reminders
Features
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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.

About

Box

Features
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Capture it first. AI sorts it. Don't think. Just drop it in. Notes go to Note. To-dos go to Do. Groceries go to Buy. All on your device. Box is a native app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. ■ AI SORT (Apple Intelligence) Everything you add from the input bar or a shortcut is sorted automatically into Notes, To-dos, and your shopping list. ・Groceries are split into separate items in Buy ・Tasks with a date go to Do ・Notes that run several lines go to Note ・Ideas and links stay in Box Not quite right? Send it back to Box with one tap. Turn off AI SORT in the input bar to keep things in Box. Type "Add a project called Garden" to create a project or a Do list. Sorting happens entirely on your device. Nothing you write is sent anywhere. * AI SORT requires a device that supports Apple Intelligence. ■ Box, Note, Do ・Box Save thoughts, links, photos, and files. AI SORT does the sorting. ・Note For anything worth more than a line. Every edit is kept in history, so you can always go back. ・Do Today, List, and Buy are ready from the start. Add the lists you need as you go. Inside the app, Inbox is simply "Box" and ToDo is "Do." It's a tool you reach for every day, so the names stay light. ■ Made for the big screen on Mac Widen the window to see Box, Note, and Do in three columns. ⌘-click to show just the columns you want. ■ What it does ・iPhone, iPad, and Mac (native SwiftUI) ・Private sync over iCloud ・Quick save from the share sheet (iPhone, iPad) ・Quick save from anywhere (Mac / keyboard shortcut) ・Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets ・A focus timer with Live Activity ・Projects, tags, and attachments ・A Trash that keeps items for 30 days ■ Free to start The free version holds up to 10 items across Box, Note, and Do. Every feature is there to try, including AI SORT. Box Pro (one-time purchase) ・Unlimited items ・Change the app icon ・Includes Box Pro features added in the future There is no subscription. Buy it once, and it stays yours. ■ About your data Your data lives only in your own private iCloud. AI SORT runs entirely on your device, too. No account to create. No ads. No analytics. No tracking. Purchases are handled by Apple, so the developer never sees your data or payment details.

Screenshots

Note264 screens
Box4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Box at weekly against Note26's every 3 weeks. Box also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Note26's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Note26 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Box sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Note26 ships an update every 3 weeks, Box weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Note26 versus Box: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNote26Box
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNote26 Inc.BOX LLC (Japan)

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Note26

Subscriptions1
  • Note26 Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
1 purchases

Box

One-time1
  • Hako Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Note26 free?
Note26 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Box free?
Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Note26 or Box have ads?
Neither Note26 nor Box shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Note26 or Box?
Note26 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Box weekly. Most recently, Note26 was updated on October 15, 2026 and Box on October 23, 2026.

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