# Cue vs FoxNote

The clearest difference is ads: FoxNote at none against Cue's shown. Cue's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 344) and chart position (#78 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cue sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Cue against 4.5 for FoxNote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cue has 3.8K ratings behind it against 344, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Cue's written reviews are positive against 29% of FoxNote's.

Cue ships an update weekly, FoxNote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cue | FoxNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cue-ai-note-taker-and-recorder/id6741517781/reviews) | **[4.5 (344 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foxnote-ai-note-taker/id6742171260/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 344 |
| Positive reviews | **36.8% of reviews** | 29.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#78** | — |
| Size | 175 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [44pixels](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743972891) | [Faliane Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616512874) |

## What reviewers say

### Cue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cue-ai-note-taker-and-recorder/id6741517781)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app uses AI to transcribe audio from meetings, classes, and conversations into text. It automatically generates summaries and action items, allowing you to focus on the discussion. You can search transcripts and ask questions to retrieve specific information.

**Highlights:** Live audio transcription, Automatic summaries, Action item generation, Searchable transcripts, AI-powered Q&A, Multilingual support, Calendar integration

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Access | $24.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $119.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Time Saver and Efficiency Driver
- ✨ Accurate Meeting Recaps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't Work Half the Time
- 🤔 Complicated to Use
- ❌ Fails to Transcribe Audio
- 🚫 Doesn't Connect to Other Platforms
- 🙄 Generates Irrelevant Notes

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to Record Phone Calls
- Cuts Off Recording After 2 Minutes

**Requested features**

- Remove Timeline from Lecture Recordings
- Allow Background Recording


### 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 Cue free?

Cue 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, Cue or FoxNote?

FoxNote is rated higher. Cue averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while FoxNote averages 4.5 from 344 ratings.

### Do Cue or FoxNote have ads?

Cue shows ads; FoxNote does not.

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

Cue ships an update weekly, and FoxNote fortnightly. Most recently, Cue was updated on November 8, 2026 and FoxNote on October 30, 2026.

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