Comparison

TLMemo vs MODE Notes

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

Head to head
About

TLMemo

Organize your thoughts and goals chronologically with this timeline-based note-taking application. Easily manage and search entries using tags for a streamlined experience. Ideal for capturing fleeting ideas and tracking progress over time.

Highlights
  • Timeline note organization
  • Chronological note viewing
  • Tag-based searching and management
  • Simple and easy to use interface
  • Capture small ideas and goals
Features
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This app that allows you to manage your own notes in a timeline format. It's perfect for writing down small ideas and goals, and the timeline format allows you to check your notes in chronological order! By tagging, you can search and manage easily. This app is simple and easy to use timeline memo. If you have any future feature additions or requests, please feel free to let us know. I hope you enjoy using this app.

About

MODE Notes

Features
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Finally! Cloud sync version! So convenient! Plain text app! Lucky words, Favorite words on your home screen! 2 formats of Middle size widget. Cloud sync is supported. Even with cloud sync, data loss is still a concern. So... Very easy backup and restore! "What MODE is this job, now?!" "What works for today?" Simple but useful note app, inspired by bulletin notes and agile development. Focus on "TODAY", easy to manage progression(MODE). Prepare for the morning session, using it like a personal task board! Main features: Widget supported( Small, Middle, Large ). Favorite words on home screen (Shows large note-title in mid-size widget - Only one "Widget - ON" note). Backup and import/restore capability(Open from File-App). Progress(MODE) Management Flexible notes list(Titles only/All texts, Filters, 4 Selectable display orders). Export functions(Individual/Multiple, Text/CSV). Lock function to prevent accidental changes(URL link active). 7-step font sizes. 22 screen-colors setting. Progress(MODE) Management ・ Handle 5 items of "Date", "MODE(means progression, 7 types)", "Categories(17 types)", "Title" and "Content" in one note. ・ By setting "MODE", capable for progress management. ・ With the "Carryover" function, you can register new duplicates after the next day. ・ One-shot MODE filter: Display only the notes of the specified MODE with one tap of the MODE icon at the bottom of the list screen. ・ Category filter: Tap the category icon at the bottom left of the list screen to display only the notes of the specified category. ・ Always displays the current day at startup, and you can return to today's display at any time. Flexible notes list ・ Tap on "Titles only / All" slide , the list switches Titles-only display and Full-text display. ・ At the same time, switches Titles-only search and Full-text search. Export functions ・ EXPORT to one simple text file from one note. ・ EXPORT to single CSV file or simple one or multiple text files from multiple notes. Disclaimer Please note that we are not responsible for any loss or damage caused by using this software. Subscriptions Please see below for the terms and conditions for using the subscription.  1. Privacy Policy: https://note.com/modenotes/n/ne04119184e6f  2. END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TLMemo4 screens
MODE Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MODE Notes at none against TLMemo's shown. TLMemo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. TLMemo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and MODE Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TLMemo ships an update every 2 weeks, MODE Notes every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
TLMemo versus MODE Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTLMemoMODE Notes
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGaku IshikawaImagineSpark Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TLMemo

Subscriptions2
  • Pro monthly plan$1.491 Month
  • Pro annually plan$14.991 Year
2 purchases

MODE Notes

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Entitlement14 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Entitlement14 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is TLMemo free?
TLMemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MODE Notes free?
MODE Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TLMemo or MODE Notes have ads?
TLMemo shows ads; MODE Notes does not.
Which is updated more often, TLMemo or MODE Notes?
TLMemo ships an update every 2 weeks, and MODE Notes every 4 months. Most recently, TLMemo was updated on November 4, 2026 and MODE Notes on October 30, 2026.

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