Comparison

Terminal Notes vs Retro Desktop Notes

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Terminal Notes

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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.

About

Retro Desktop Notes

Experience a nostalgic note-taking app that brings the charm of classic desktop computers to your mobile device. Enjoy a distraction-free writing experience with retro themes and essential organizational tools.

Highlights
  • Retro desktop themes
  • Fast and simple editor
  • Automatic saving
  • Pin important notes
  • Instant search
  • Trash with restore
Features
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Bring the charm of classic desktop computers to your pocket. Retro Memo is a nostalgic note-taking app inspired by vintage desktop operating systems. Designed for people who love retro interfaces, pixel-perfect details, and distraction-free writing. Instead of overwhelming you with unnecessary features, Retro Memo focuses on what matters most: writing, organizing, and enjoying the experience. FEATURES • Three beautiful retro desktop themes - Classic 95 - Platinum Mono - Luna Blue • Fast and simple note editor • Automatic saving • Pin important notes • Instant search • Sort your notes • Trash with restore support • Pixel-inspired desktop icons • Classic window interface • Retro typography • Privacy-friendly local storage NO SUBSCRIPTIONS. ONE-TIME PURCHASE. Whether you're capturing ideas, creating shopping lists, or writing quick reminders, Retro Memo makes every note feel like you're using a classic desktop computer again. A nostalgic experience, redesigned for modern iPhone.

Screenshots

Terminal Notes4 screens
Retro Desktop Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Terminal Notes at none against Retro Desktop Notes's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Retro Desktop Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Terminal Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Terminal Notes versus Retro Desktop Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTerminal NotesRetro Desktop Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCorey GillespieMARIE MORIKAGE

In-app purchases

None

Terminal Notes

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Retro Desktop Notes

One-time1
  • Retroプレミアム$1.99

Questions

Is Terminal Notes free?
Terminal Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Retro Desktop Notes free?
Retro Desktop Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Terminal Notes or Retro Desktop Notes have ads?
Neither Terminal Notes nor Retro Desktop Notes shows ads.

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