Terminal Notes vs Inner Focus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Terminal Notes
Experience a nostalgic note-taking app with a retro computer aesthetic. Jot down ideas, set reminders, and manage to-dos with vintage themes like CRT scanlines and DOS prompts. All data is stored locally for a private, distraction-free workspace.
- Retro themes (CRT, DOS, amber glow, legal pad)
- Local-only storage (no cloud)
- Built-in reminders
- Minimalist and fast interface
- Distraction-free writing environment
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Retro-inspired note-taking & reminders—no cloud required. Dive into nostalgia with Terminal Notes, a lightweight iOS app that brings the spirit of old-school computers to your pocket. Jot down ideas, set reminders, and review to-dos against a backdrop of vintage CRT scanlines, crisp DOS-style prompts, soothing amber glows, or classic white and yellow legal-pad views. Key Features Retro Themes: A selection of vintage styles—from CRT scanlines and DOS prompts to amber glows and legal-pad layouts. Local-Only Storage: All notes stay on your device—no servers, no cloud. Built-in Reminders: So you never miss a deadline. Minimal Footprint: Launch, type, save—fast and fuss-free. Whether you’re a developer nostalgic for simpler times, a writer seeking distraction-free focus, or anyone who appreciates a touch of vintage flair, Terminal Notes gives you a pure, no-frills workspace on iPhone.
Inner Focus
Find calm with a minimalist, black-and-white sanctuary. Light a virtual incense stick to unwind, aid sleep, and achieve inner peace. Features include flexible timing, deep focus modes, and distraction management.
- Virtual incense sticks and burners
- Flexible session timing
- Deep focus mode
- App blacklist for screen time control
- Distraction box for later management
- Focus analytics and progress tracking
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Find solace in a wisp of smoke, a moment of calm amidst the city's hustle. Escape the chaotic glare of the digital world and step into this black-and-white sanctuary to unwind and breathe. More than just a gentle sleep aid, this is a minimalist ritual for inner peace. Light a virtual incense stick, shut out the noise, and let your mind slowly drift into serenity. Features of Inner Focus - Incense: Choose from refined incense sticks and minimalist burners. - Flexible Timing: Select the duration that fits your rhythm. - Deep Focus: A strict mode where leaving the app means the session ends. - Blacklist mode: Lock apps and control screen time. - Distraction Box: Store distractions instantly. Keep your mind clear and deal with them later. - Focus Analytics: Simple statistics on your time and completion rates to track your inner growth Subscription Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled 24 hours before the term ends. Privacy Policy: https://inner-focus.super.site/inner-focus-privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://inner-focus.super.site/inner-focus-terms-of-service
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Inner Focus at 5.0 against Terminal Notes's 3.0. Inner Focus also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Terminal Notes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, 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. Inner Focus sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Terminal Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Inner Focus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | Terminal Notes | Inner Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 11 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Corey Gillespie | 楚莹 祝 |
In-app purchases
Terminal Notes
No in-app purchases
Inner Focus
- Early Bird Monthly Pro$0.991 Month
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