Comparison

AkuMemo vs NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records

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

Head to head
About

AkuMemo

Manage detailed event reports, including dates, attendees, and expenses. Automatically aggregate data for rankings and utilize widgets for quick access to event statistics. Share your reports with others and customize the app's appearance.

Highlights
  • Detailed event report management
  • Automatic data aggregation and rankings
  • Customizable widgets for event statistics
  • Optional web platform for shared reports
  • Integration with social media and messaging apps
  • App customization options
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This is an app for managing event reports (meet & greets, talk sessions, handshake events, etc.). With this app, you can manage your reports in more detail than with a simple notepad. Your report data is saved on your device, so other users cannot see your reports. ※ Unlike AkuMemoLite, AkuMemo is a paid app, but it is not a one-time purchase (it is published to provide updates to existing users).  The difference is that feature restrictions without a subscription are more relaxed than in AkuMemoLite. ■ Report Management You can manage detailed information related to your event reports: date, who, number of tickets, ticket usage, conversations, costs, etc. You can set your own preferred photos. ※ There are no pre-loaded photos of any partner inside the app. ■ Auto Summary Automatically aggregates your registered event report data. You can display various rankings: number of event reports, number of tickets, total costs, etc. ■ Widgets You can place widgets that utilize data registered in the app. For 【Oshi】 widgets, the photo registered in the app for the specified person is displayed in the background. ① Event day calculation ② 【Oshi】 Event day calculation ③ Days elapsed since first event with 【Oshi】 ④ 【Oshi】 Event day calculation, event count, number of tickets ⑤ 【Oshi】 Event day calculation, days elapsed since first event ■ Web Features On AkuMemoWeb, you can check event reports posted by AkuMemo users, filtered by time period, number of reports, response type, etc. When you post your reports to AkuMemoWeb, your reports are registered on the server and other AkuMemo users can view your posted reports. ■ Integration with Other Apps You can share your registered report data via X, Instagram, Facebook, LINE, Notes, Mail, Messages, etc. ■ Settings You can customize the app to your liking: app colors, conversation screen customization, etc. ■ Subscription By subscribing, you can use all features in the app without restrictions, and ads will not be displayed. ・You will be charged from your Apple ID at the time of purchase. ・If you do not wish to continue, please cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date.  If you do not cancel, the subscription will be automatically renewed. ・You can confirm and cancel your purchase from the purchase page in the App Store. ・You can cancel at any time after subscribing. If you cancel after subscribing, you can continue to use the app without a subscription. ・Even if you change devices, you can restore your subscription with the same Apple ID. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ■ Other ・Data migration from AkuMemo to AkuMemoLite (between different apps) is not possible.

About

NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records

Organize your thoughts, memories, and personal data with customizable entries. Combine text, images, ratings, and links, then use categories and tags to easily find and manage your information.

Highlights
  • Customizable entries with text, images, ratings, and links
  • Organize with categories and tags
  • Filter, search, and sort notes
  • Multiple layout styles for note lists
  • Light and dark mode support
  • View entry statistics
Features
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Organize your memories and records—your way, beautifully. NoteIt is a clean and flexible app designed to help you organize your daily notes, thoughts, and personal data—whether it's a quick idea, a favorite place, or a detailed life log. Each entry is fully customizable—combine text, images, ratings, numbers, and links into one rich item. Use categories and tags to stay organized, then filter, search, and sort to instantly find what you need. From hobbies to habits, NoteIt helps you preserve what matters—beautifully and efficiently. □ Key Features ・Create notes with titles, text, images, links, ratings, and numeric fields ・Build custom categories to neatly organize your notes ・Shuffle notes for a fresh look back at past entries ・Browse "Favorites" or view a list of recently updated notes ・Sort by custom order, newest first, or A–Z ・Filter by rating, tag, category, or favorites ・Use the keyword search bar to quickly find any note ・Choose from 4 layout styles for your note list display ・View stats like total notes and average rating ・Supports light & dark mode to suit your environment □ Use Cases ・Save your thoughts and reviews on books, movies, or travel—with photos ・Keep a visual inventory of your collections (magazines, CDs, merch, etc.) ・Track your favorite cafes, restaurants, or recipes ・Log study progress or build a personal habit tracker ・Create memory journals or themed folders for everyday reflections □ Perfect For ・People who want to organize information by category or topic ・Anyone building a personalized log with photos and ratings ・Visual thinkers who want to make sense of their ideas ・Users frustrated with overly complex note or spreadsheet apps ・Anyone looking for a clean, ad-free note-taking experience □ Pricing All core features are free to use. Some advanced features are available via subscription. □ Development Philosophy NoteIt is independently developed with care and a focus on simplicity. Our goal: a note-taking app that’s easy for anyone to use—and enjoyable to keep using. We actively read all feedback and use it to guide future updates and features. Download NoteIt now and start organizing what matters—your way. □ Optional Permissions Camera: To take and attach photos for your entries Photo Library: To upload images from your device Terms of Service (EULA):https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy:https://lomworks.com/legal/privacy-app

Screenshots

AkuMemo4 screens
NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records at 100% against AkuMemo's 0%. NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and ads (none vs shown). AkuMemo's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On in-app purchases, 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

NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records is free to download; AkuMemo costs $9.99 up front. AkuMemo sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month and NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AkuMemo ships an update weekly, NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
AkuMemo versus NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAkuMemoNoteIt Journal/Archive/Records
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKimihiro HarabuchiYUUSUI KASHIWAGI

Customer experience

AkuMemo

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AkuMemo

Subscriptions1
  • Subscription3 Months trial$3.991 Month
2 purchases

NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Yearly1 Month trial$12.991 Year

Questions

Is AkuMemo free?
AkuMemo costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records free?
NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AkuMemo or NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records have ads?
AkuMemo shows ads; NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records does not.
Which is updated more often, AkuMemo or NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records?
AkuMemo ships an update weekly, and NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records every 3 weeks. Most recently, AkuMemo was updated on October 4, 2026 and NoteIt Journal/Archive/Records on October 1, 2026.

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