# RichTextNote vs TagNote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TagNote at 100% against RichTextNote's 50%. TagNote also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 54 months). RichTextNote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TagNote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. RichTextNote asks for nothing beyond the download.

RichTextNote ships an update every 54 months, TagNote every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RichTextNote | TagNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/richtextnote/id659334257/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3** | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 54 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [著显 朱](https://appshunter.io/developer/509801283) | [Jonggyou Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1768080207) |

## What reviewers say

### RichTextNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/richtextnote/id659334257)

Create formatted notes with rich text editing capabilities, including font customization and list creation. Secure your entries with a password and store them locally. Notes can be easily shared via email.

**Highlights:** Rich text editing, Password protection, Node and number lists, Text size and color customization, Background color options, Local database storage, Email sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TagNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tagnote-multi-tagging-notes/id6747192758)

This app offers a flexible, tag-based approach to note-taking, moving beyond traditional folder structures. Organize meeting notes, ideas, and web clippings with multiple tags per note, and connect your thoughts to build a personal knowledge network. It features a rich text editor and reminders for important dates.

**Highlights:** Unlimited tags per note, Rich text editor with formatting, Birthday and anniversary reminders, Tag-based knowledge network, Minimalist and distraction-free design, iCloud data synchronization

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 3-month subscription | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RichTextNote free?

RichTextNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TagNote free?

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

### Do RichTextNote or TagNote have ads?

Neither RichTextNote nor TagNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RichTextNote or TagNote?

RichTextNote ships an update every 54 months, and TagNote every 5 days. Most recently, RichTextNote was updated on October 8, 2026 and TagNote on October 8, 2026.

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