Comparison

NoteBlocks vs Ri

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

Head to head
About

NoteBlocks

This app transforms basic note-taking into a social journaling experience. Share notes with others like a social network while keeping personal entries private and secure locally. Features include drawing, photo attachments, voice-to-text, and reminders.

Highlights
  • Social note sharing
  • Secure local storage
  • Drawing and photo attachments
  • Voice-to-text input
  • Notification reminders
  • Cloud sync
  • Biometric lock
Features
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Apple Notes Online! Your digital journal with a social side. Browse public notes, discover new ideas, and interact with other people's journals. Invite friends, meet new people, and exchange notes with each other, while your private notes remain securely stored on your device. You're always in control of what you share and what you keep private. Included Features: - Draw on Notes Sketch, doodle, or annotate directly in your notes. - Add Photos Attach images to create richer, more expressive notes. - Text & Font Customization Personalize your notes with different text styles and fonts. - Tags Organize your notes with custom tags and categories. - Voice-to-Text Turn your spoken thoughts into notes instantly. - Reminders Set precise, minute-accurate reminders. - Biometric Lock Protect your private notes with Face ID. - Offline Mode Create and edit notes anytime, even without an internet connection. - Recycle Bin Restore deleted notes with a single tap. Plus+ Membership Required: - Cloud Sync Securely sync your notes across all your devices. With a NoteBlocks Plus+ membership, you can also gift a free membership to a friend and enjoy sharing notes together. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Ri

Features
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Ri is your all-in-one life companion that turns personal growth into an adventure. Track goals, build habits, manage finances, plan meals, log workouts, and journal your thoughts — all while earning XP and leveling up your hero profile. YOUR PERSONAL HERO'S JOURNEY Transform everyday tasks into achievements. Complete goals, maintain habit streaks, and watch your hero level grow. Unlock achievements and celebrate your progress with a gamified experience that keeps you motivated. GOALS & MILESTONES Set meaningful goals and break them into actionable milestones. Track your progress with visual charts and celebrate when you achieve what matters most to you. HABIT TRACKING Build positive routines with daily habit tracking. See your streaks grow, get gentle reminders, and develop the consistency that leads to lasting change. FITNESS & WORKOUTS Log your workouts with a built-in exercise library. Track sets, reps, and weights. Monitor your body metrics and see your fitness journey unfold. BUDGET & FINANCES Take control of your money. Track income and expenses by category, set budgets, and understand where your money goes with clear insights. MEAL PLANNING Plan your weekly meals, save favorite recipes, and automatically generate shopping lists. Eating well has never been easier to organize. JOURNALING Capture your thoughts, track your mood, and reflect on your journey. Your private space for self-reflection and gratitude. HOBBIES & INTERESTS Track time spent on hobbies and learning. Whether it's reading, music, or a new skill — watch your dedication grow. FEATURES • Gamified experience with XP, levels, and achievements • Beautiful dark and light themes • Home screen widgets to stay on track • Data export and backup • Face ID / Touch ID security • Customizable notifications and reminders • Privacy-focused: your data stays on your device RI PRO Unlock unlimited goals, habits, workouts, recipes, and more. Remove all limits and support continued development. Start your hero's journey today. Download Ri and level up your life. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://osanuo.github.io/Ri.app/privacypolicy/

Screenshots

NoteBlocks4 screens
Ri4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NoteBlocks at weekly against Ri's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. NoteBlocks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Ri sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NoteBlocks ships an update weekly, Ri every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NoteBlocks versus Ri: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteBlocksRi
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB18 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDEYAN PETKOV LAFCHIEVDawid Piotrowski

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NoteBlocks

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$22.991 Year
2 purchases

Ri

Subscriptions2
  • Ri Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Ri Pro Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is NoteBlocks free?
NoteBlocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ri free?
Ri is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NoteBlocks or Ri have ads?
Neither NoteBlocks nor Ri shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NoteBlocks or Ri?
NoteBlocks ships an update weekly, and Ri every 3 weeks. Most recently, NoteBlocks was updated on October 19, 2026 and Ri on October 16, 2026.

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