Focalist vs MyNote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Focalist
Manage your tasks efficiently with this fast to-do list app. Set reminders, organize your day, and get notified based on your location. Syncs seamlessly across devices.
- Fast task management
- Efficient to-do lists
- Customizable reminders
- Location-based tasks
- Cross-platform sync
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A fast and efficient todo/task manager with reminders. Includes cross-platform sync and location-based tasks. • Edit tasks instantly without getting stuck in an item subscreen. It feels as lightweight as editing a document. • Bring your tasks to you. Everything you need to do is brought to the Now view - like your shopping list when you arrive at the grocery store, or the next task on a project. • Instant sync, with offline-first support. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
MyNote
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MyNote: Simple – Private – Powerful Searching for a safe place to store every idea, task, and memory without worrying about privacy? MyNote is a premium, local-first note-taking app designed for speed, organization, and total security. No cloud, no tracking – just you and your thoughts. WHY CHOOSE MYNOTE? • SMART ORGANIZATION: Effortlessly manage notes using Folders and Tags. Find exactly what you need with an ultra-fast search engine. • NOTE TIMELINE: Visualize your note-taking journey with a beautiful, chronological timeline view of all activities. • RICH MULTIMEDIA: Go beyond text! Create interactive checklists, attach images, record voice memos, or use the sketch tool to draw your creative ideas. • TOP-TIER SECURITY: Protect your entire app with a Master Password (App Lock) or secure specific sensitive notes with an individual password lock. • TOTAL PRIVACY: Your data stays on your device. We don’t store anything in the cloud, giving you 100% ownership and control over your information. KEY FEATURES AT A GLANCE: √ High-quality voice recording integrated directly into notes. √ Intuitive sketching tool for free-hand drawing and phác thảo. √ Smart reminders to ensure you never miss a critical task. √ Simple Backup & Export functionality (JSON format). √ Modern, glassmorphism UI with smooth animations and dark mode. √ Local-first architecture: Works perfectly offline, always lightning-fast. Don’t let great ideas fade away. Download MyNote today and experience the most secure and organized way to capture your life!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyNote at none against Focalist's 3. MyNote also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Focalist sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. MyNote asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Focalist | MyNote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | David Rickard | Dinh Thang Tran |
In-app purchases
Focalist
- Focalist Premium (Monthly)$1.491 Month
- Focalist Premium (Annual)$12.001 Year
- Lifetime Premium$46.00
MyNote
No in-app purchases









