Comparison

Arbornotes vs DupCleaner

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

Head to head
About

Arbornotes

Features
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Arbor, the latin word for tree, was the primary inspiration for this app. A way to organize any amount of files in an order customized to the user.  Every feature in this app I have implemented with hours of thought and polishing. I made this app because I felt that nothing already made offered what I and other people needed. This app isn't just designed for students, it is designed for everyone.  Its designed with a sleek, professional and minimal look. If it's a project with multiple versions and ideas, a class with all of its lectures, or a hobbyist wanting to organize things better. Give it a try, all support and future ideas are welcome.  Welcome to a new way to take notes. The app is optimized for iPad, but I've adapted some features for iPhone.

About

DupCleaner

This utility app efficiently finds and removes duplicate files from your device. It guides you through selecting folders, offers smart suggestions for what to keep or delete, and allows you to preview files before cleaning up storage.

Highlights
  • Duplicate file detection
  • Guided cleanup process
  • Smart keep/remove suggestions
  • File preview
  • Storage reclamation
Features
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DupCleaner finds files with matching contents in the folders you choose and helps you review what to keep and what to remove. Choose folders, compare files, then inspect each duplicate group's file names, full locations, and modification dates. The default recommendation keeps one recently modified copy, and you can change the selection. Selecting every copy shows a warning that the originals will also be deleted, followed by a final confirmation. Items that could not be scanned are reported separately from completed results. Unverified cloud candidates are distinguished from confirmed duplicates. After cleanup, review the number of files actually deleted and their combined file size. The change in available device storage may differ. Follow one flow from folder selection to review on iPhone and iPad. File comparisons run on your device, and file contents are not uploaded to DupCleaner's servers. Comparing cloud files may require downloads. Basic cleanup is free. Pro features, including scanning saved locations together, require a separate purchase. DupCleaner cannot restore deleted files, so back up important files before cleanup.

Screenshots

Arbornotes1 screens
DupCleaner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Arbornotes at none against DupCleaner's shown. DupCleaner's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arbornotes ships an update every 3 months, DupCleaner weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Arbornotes versus DupCleaner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArbornotesDupCleaner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.218.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLaurent PoirierGEUM SANG YOO

In-app purchases

None

Arbornotes

No in-app purchases

None

DupCleaner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arbornotes free?
Arbornotes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DupCleaner free?
DupCleaner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Arbornotes or DupCleaner have ads?
DupCleaner shows ads; Arbornotes does not.
Which is updated more often, Arbornotes or DupCleaner?
Arbornotes ships an update every 3 months, and DupCleaner weekly. Most recently, Arbornotes was updated on October 10, 2026 and DupCleaner on October 7, 2026.

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