Comparison

Steno Notes vs Problem Logger

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

Head to head
About

Steno Notes

Features
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Steno is a fast, distraction-free Markdown editor designed for focused, beautiful writing. Built natively for Apple platforms with CloudKit, Steno keeps your documents automatically synced across your devices—without ads, tracking, or external servers. Why Steno? • Seamless iCloud sync across Mac, iPhone, and iPad • Native performance—no bloat, no lag, just fast • Clean typography with powerful, design-forward customization • Sub-block-level references for linking directly to the exact passage you mean • Deep system integration—Handoff, Spotlight, Siri, and Widgets • Customizable PDF export for polished sharing • No data collection, no AI. Your documents stay on your device and in iCloud • All documents stored as plain Markdown files Whether you're drafting essays, making lists, or capturing ideas, Steno combines speed, clarity, and privacy in a focused writing environment.

About

Problem Logger

Easily log and track recurring issues over time with a private, dated timeline. Ideal for recording symptoms, home repairs, or any situation where knowing when an event occurred is important. Keep your records secure and local on your device.

Highlights
  • Create dated timelines of events
  • Log incidents in seconds
  • Set optional reminders
  • Review timelines over days/weeks/months
  • Local device storage
  • App lock for privacy
Features
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Problem Logger helps you keep a simple, private record of things that happen over time. Create a problem, tap Log Now, and build a dated timeline. It works for recurring pain, noisy neighbours, home repair issues, car faults, workplace incidents, care notes, or any situation where knowing when something happened is useful. Why people use Problem Logger: • Keep a dated timeline of recurring or occasional problems • Record when something happened in seconds • Set optional reminders so you remember to check in • Review your timeline over days, weeks, or months • Keep records local on your device • Use Face ID or Touch ID app lock for extra privacy Useful for: • Symptoms, pain, sleep issues or side effects • Noise, neighbour or nuisance records • Landlord, home repair or maintenance problems • Vehicle, appliance or device faults • Workplace incidents or recurring concerns • Pet, family or care-related observations • Any problem where a clear record helps Problem Logger is flexible. It is not limited to one type of problem and does not force you into a medical, legal, or complaint workflow. Start with a timestamp and build a clear personal record over time. Privacy first: • No account required • Logs are stored locally on your device • App lock support is available Problem Logger does not provide medical, legal, or professional advice. It helps you keep a personal record that you can review when needed.

Screenshots

Steno Notes4 screens
Problem Logger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Steno Notes at Free against Problem Logger's $9.99. Problem Logger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Steno Notes is free to download; Problem Logger costs $9.99 up front. Steno Notes sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Problem Logger asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 4 level
Steno Notes versus Problem Logger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSteno NotesProblem Logger
PriceFree — better$9.99
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMikail KraftThomas Richardson

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Steno Notes

One-time4
  • Tip Jar (Small)$0.99
  • Tip Jar (Medium)$2.99
  • Steno Complete$4.99
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  • Steno Tip (Large)$4.99
None

Problem Logger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Steno Notes free?
Steno Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Problem Logger free?
Problem Logger costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Steno Notes or Problem Logger have ads?
Neither Steno Notes nor Problem Logger shows ads.

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