# RatherDo vs Notico Max

The clearest difference is rating: Notico Max at 5.0 against RatherDo's 4.4. RatherDo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Notico Max sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RatherDo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Notico Max holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RatherDo has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

RatherDo ships an update every 3 days, Notico Max every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RatherDo | Notico Max |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ratherdo-block-apps-and-routine/id6642646143/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notico-max/id6762639265/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 70 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dongsub Shin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761724582) | [Michael Demchak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1835174316) |

## What reviewers say

### RatherDo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ratherdo-block-apps-and-routine/id6642646143)

This app helps you manage screen time by blocking distracting applications and setting usage limits. It includes accountability features, progress reports, and a focus timer to encourage healthier digital habits and a better online-offline balance.

**Highlights:** App blocking and usage limits, Strict accountability features, Personalized progress reports, Task and routine creation, Focus timer for uninterrupted concentration, Digital well-being support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Notico Max

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notico-max/id6762639265)

An all-in-one workspace for notes, links, reminders, study sets, and passwords. Organize everything in one place with rich formatting, folders, and tags. Works offline and syncs across devices.

**Highlights:** Notes with rich formatting, folders, and tags, Save URLs with previews and notes, Date and time reminders with calendar view, Flashcards and quizzes for study, Encrypted password vault, Cross-device cloud sync, Offline functionality

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 GB Personal Storage | $0.99 | per month |
| Extra Family Seat | $0.99 | per month |
| NoticoMax | $2.99 | per month |
| 50 GB Personal Storage | $2.99 | per month |
| 20 GB Family Storage | $2.99 | per month |
| Family Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| 100 GB Family Storage | $4.99 | per month |
| 200 GB Personal Storage | $5.99 | per month |
| 500 GB Family Storage | $14.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RatherDo free?

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

### Is Notico Max free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RatherDo or Notico Max?

Notico Max is rated higher. RatherDo averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Notico Max averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do RatherDo or Notico Max have ads?

Neither RatherDo nor Notico Max shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RatherDo or Notico Max?

RatherDo ships an update every 3 days, and Notico Max every 2 months. Most recently, RatherDo was updated on October 16, 2026 and Notico Max on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*