Comparison

Notes vs OfflineNote

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

Head to head
About

Notes

A privacy-focused note-taking app that offers secure, encrypted storage and synchronization via Nextcloud, iCloud, or WebDAV. Write notes offline and maintain full control over your data with this GDPR-compliant, open-source solution.

Highlights
  • Markdown and rich text editor
  • End-to-end encryption (E2EE)
  • Nextcloud, iCloud, and WebDAV sync
  • Offline note-taking
  • To-do lists and tasks
  • GDPR and BDSG compliant
Features
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BrewMemo: The Ultimate PRIVACY-FOCUSED Markdown Suite – 100% Made in Germany Stop compromising on your digital sovereignty. With BrewMemo, you manage your notes simply, securely, and privately using the power of your own Nextcloud infrastructure. In an era of data harvesting, BrewMemo stands as a fortress for your ideas. You get full control over your notebook and your Markdown notes—always synced, reliably protected, and available on all your devices without ever touching a third-party server you don't trust. Whether you are a creative professional, a researcher, a student, or a privacy-conscious organization, BrewMemo is the professional choice for secure digital journaling and structured knowledge management. WHY BREWMEMO IS DIFFERENT TOTAL DATA SOVEREIGNTY: Unlike mainstream note apps that lock your data in proprietary silos, BrewMemo uses your own Nextcloud server as the backbone. Your Markdown notes remain your property, stored in your own environment. DEEP NEXTCLOUD INTEGRATION: We don't just "support" Nextcloud; we are built for it. Experience seamless background synchronization that feels invisible but works like a charm. No middleman, no metadata tracking, just your data on your server. GDPR COMPLIANCE BY DESIGN: Developed in Germany, BrewMemo adheres to the world’s strictest privacy regulations. It is the ideal solution for professionals handling sensitive business information, legal notes, or private medical data. ZERO VENDOR LOCK-IN: Your notes are stored as plain Markdown files. This means even if you stop using BrewMemo, your data remains readable by any text editor. We give you the keys to your own digital kingdom. A SUPERIOR WRITING & ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE BrewMemo isn't just a place to dump text; it’s a precision tool designed for deep work and organized thinking. PRO-GRADE MARKDOWN EDITOR: Enjoy a distraction-free environment with a powerful Markdown engine. Render tables, lists, and headers perfectly while maintaining a clean, aesthetic interface. SMART ORGANIZATION SYSTEM: Moving beyond simple folders—use our advanced Pin & Tag system to create a multi-dimensional organization. Categorize your projects, thoughts, and tasks so they are always exactly where you need them. CUSTOMIZABLE ECOSYSTEM: Your notebook should reflect your style. Choose from a variety of professionally designed themes, including an optimized High-Contrast Dark Mode for late-night focus sessions. OFFLINE-FIRST ARCHITECTURE: Don't let a poor connection stop your creativity. Write, edit, and organize while offline in a plane or a remote cabin. BrewMemo intelligently merges your changes to your Nextcloud or iCloud as soon as you reconnect. YOUR PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT (PKM) POWERHOUSE BrewMemo is more than just a notes app—it is the hub for your "Second Brain." By combining the simplicity of Markdown with the security of private synchronization, it supports modern methodologies like Zettelkasten or GTD (Getting Things Done). KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE Markdown Perfection: Maximum clarity with standard-compliant formatting. Native Nextcloud Sync: Secure, private, and lightning-fast server communication. iCloud Support: Alternative sync options for those deeply integrated into the Apple ecosystem. Advanced Export Options: Convert your notes to TXT or share them directly with other apps. Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly across your mobile devices and tablets. Multi-Account Support: Easily manage personal and professional notebooks in one interface. JOIN THE PRIVACY REVOLUTION Don't let your ideas become someone else's training data. Join thousands of users who have switched to a more ethical, secure, and professional way of writing. Your thoughts. Your Markdown. Your Nextcloud. Your BrewMemo.

About

OfflineNote

Securely capture your thoughts, ideas, and important information offline. This app stores your data solely on your device, offering full control and robust encryption for privacy. Organize notes with custom styles, categories, and lists, and easily back up or share your data.

Highlights
  • Offline note-taking
  • Device-only data storage
  • Customizable paper options
  • Categories and subcategories
  • To-do lists
  • Secure data backup and sharing
  • Encrypted fields
Features
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Do you want to jot down your special notes, breakthrough ideas or any information so you don't forget it, but you are worried about the security of your data? Then press the download button without wasting time! OfflineNote is a note-taking application where you can take notes offline and your data is stored only on your device. You have full control over your data. Your data is never stored on a server or cloud system. You can store your database in your own trusted areas and then include it again. You can also use this feature to share your notes with your loved ones. Here are the highlights of OfflineNote: - Different Paper Options: Take notes on plain, lined, square, canvas, etc. paper options; draw in canvas mode. - Categories and Subcategories: Organise your notes with thematic categories and subcategories. - Rich Customisation: Personalise your notes by adding custom colours, icons and images. - Lists: Create to-do lists and tick off tasks you have completed. - Search Feature: Easily find your notes, categories and lists. - Data Backup: Export all your data securely and back it up in a storage space you trust. - Database Sharing: Share the records you have created with your loved ones. (You are a famous cook and you have a database where you save your recipes, you can share it with all your followers and all they have to do is import this database and include it in the application. And yes, all your recipes are among their notes). - Security: Your note fields are kept encrypted and when exported, all sensitive parts are fully encrypted and exported. - Language Support: It is suitable for everyone with different language options. You don't have to keep everything in your mind. Come on and take notes!

Screenshots

Notes4 screens
OfflineNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OfflineNote at 100% against Notes's 50%. OfflineNote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. OfflineNote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notes ships an update every 3 weeks, OfflineNote every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Notes versus OfflineNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotesOfflineNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrewcode GmbHOguzhan TORUNOGLU

Customer experience

Notes

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

OfflineNote

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Notes

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Access7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Access7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Access – Lifetime$89.99
None

OfflineNote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notes free?
Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OfflineNote free?
OfflineNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notes or OfflineNote have ads?
Neither Notes nor OfflineNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notes or OfflineNote?
Notes ships an update every 3 weeks, and OfflineNote every 4 months. Most recently, Notes was updated on August 11, 2026 and OfflineNote on June 1, 2026.

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