# Terminal Notes vs Inner Focus

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Terminal Notes | Inner Focus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal-notes/id6745132734/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-focus-zen-sleep-incense/id6758432293/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 3 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Corey Gillespie](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796727084) | [楚莹 祝](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872846746) |

## What reviewers say

### Terminal Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal-notes/id6745132734)

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.

**Highlights:** Retro themes (CRT, DOS, amber glow, legal pad), Local-only storage (no cloud), Built-in reminders, Minimalist and fast interface, Distraction-free writing environment

**In-app purchases:** none


### Inner Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-focus-zen-sleep-incense/id6758432293)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Bird Monthly Pro | $0.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Terminal Notes free?

Terminal Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Inner Focus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Terminal Notes or Inner Focus?

Inner Focus is rated higher. Terminal Notes averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Inner Focus averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Terminal Notes or Inner Focus have ads?

Neither Terminal Notes nor Inner Focus shows ads.

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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.*