# ThunderNotes vs FoxNote

The clearest difference is rating: FoxNote at 4.5 against ThunderNotes's 2.3. FoxNote also leads on ratings volume (341 vs 3). ThunderNotes's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 30%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ThunderNotes sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and FoxNote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FoxNote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FoxNote has 341 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of ThunderNotes's written reviews are positive against 30% of FoxNote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ThunderNotes ships an update every 10 days, FoxNote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThunderNotes | FoxNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thundernotes-ai-note-taker/id6740700749/reviews) | **[4.5 (341 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foxnote-ai-note-taker/id6742171260/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **341** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 30.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Emir Topaloglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656595671) | [Faliane Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616512874) |

## What reviewers say

### ThunderNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thundernotes-ai-note-taker/id6740700749)

Transform voice recordings, documents, and YouTube videos into searchable AI notes. Generate summaries, quizzes, and flashcards instantly to enhance learning and productivity. No account is required, offering a private and distraction-free experience.

**Highlights:** AI voice transcription, YouTube video summarizer, PDF and image to notes conversion, AI-generated quizzes, Smart flashcards, Chat with your notes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Thunder Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Thunder Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Annually Premium | $69.99 | per year |


### FoxNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foxnote-ai-note-taker/id6742171260)

This app uses advanced AI to instantly record, transcribe, translate, and edit speech. It helps users capture and organize information efficiently, with features like AI flashcards and YouTube summaries. Designed to boost productivity and simplify daily routines, especially for adults with ADHD.

**Highlights:** Speech to Text Transcription, AI Flashcards, Quiz Maker, YouTube Video Summaries, Smart Note Structuring, Real-Time Translation, Offline Accessibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Note Taker App - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Note Taker - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Note Taker: 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Note Taker - for 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Ai Note Taker: Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| AI Note Taker - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for ADHD note-taking
- 📝 Full transcript and summary
- 🎯 AI prompt for structured outlines
- 🚀 Accurate transcription
- 🌍 Translation into any language

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 VERY overpriced paid version
- 🔒 Data privacy concerns
- 💸 Charged after cancellation
- 💸 Not eligible for refund
- 💸 Scammy app

**Reported bugs**

- Paid version is overpriced
- Charged after cancelling free trial
- Not eligible for refunds
- App does not transcribe YouTube videos
- Servers appear to be crashed

**Requested features**

- More affordable pricing options
- Clearer pricing structure
- Improved customer support responsiveness
- Reliable transcription for all video types


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ThunderNotes free?

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

### Is FoxNote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ThunderNotes or FoxNote?

FoxNote is rated higher. ThunderNotes averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while FoxNote averages 4.5 from 341 ratings.

### Do ThunderNotes or FoxNote have ads?

Neither ThunderNotes nor FoxNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ThunderNotes or FoxNote?

ThunderNotes ships an update every 10 days, and FoxNote fortnightly. Most recently, ThunderNotes was updated on September 17, 2026 and FoxNote on September 20, 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.*