# FlowIn vs MindNote

The clearest difference is monetization model: MindNote at free against FlowIn's freemium. MindNote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and device support (3 vs 1). FlowIn's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (18 vs 4). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlowIn sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and MindNote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MindNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 4 respectively.

FlowIn ships an update every 4 days, MindNote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlowIn | MindNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flowin-screen-time-control/id6747114186/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindnote-mind-map-and-notes/id6755057555/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 88.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 88 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRILLIWON, Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1050731374) | [Xianlong Liu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063199291) |

## What reviewers say

### FlowIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flowin-screen-time-control/id6747114186)

This app helps you reduce screen time by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers customizable timers, schedules, and detailed usage insights to improve focus and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Block any app or website, Deep focus options with Pomodoro, Customizable timers and schedules, Detailed screen time insights, Digital detox and minimalism tools

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| FlowIn Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


### MindNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindnote-mind-map-and-notes/id6755057555)

This app helps users organize thoughts and knowledge through mind mapping and outline note-taking. It offers a flexible tree structure and outlining mode, allowing seamless switching between views for planning, reviewing, or presenting ideas. Optimized for iPad and iPhone, it provides an efficient and focused experience for deep thinkers.

**Highlights:** Intuitive mind mapping with unlimited hierarchy, Flexible outline note-taking mode, Seamless switch between mind map and outline views, Optimized for iPad and iPhone with drag-and-drop, Offline access with local data storage, Export notes as text or images

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP member for 1 year | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime VIP Member | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlowIn free?

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

### Is MindNote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FlowIn or MindNote?

MindNote is rated higher. FlowIn averages 4.8 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while MindNote averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do FlowIn or MindNote have ads?

Neither FlowIn nor MindNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlowIn or MindNote?

FlowIn ships an update every 4 days, and MindNote every 2 weeks. Most recently, FlowIn was updated on August 16, 2026 and MindNote on September 23, 2026.

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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.*