# TagNote vs Pinote

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pinote at none against TagNote's 3. TagNote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TagNote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pinote asks for nothing beyond the download.

TagNote ships an update every 5 days, Pinote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TagNote | Pinote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 27 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonggyou Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1768080207) | [OKMIN LEE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501145758) |

## What reviewers say

### TagNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tagnote-multi-tagging-notes/id6747192758)

This app offers a flexible, tag-based approach to note-taking, moving beyond traditional folder structures. Organize meeting notes, ideas, and web clippings with multiple tags per note, and connect your thoughts to build a personal knowledge network. It features a rich text editor and reminders for important dates.

**Highlights:** Unlimited tags per note, Rich text editor with formatting, Birthday and anniversary reminders, Tag-based knowledge network, Minimalist and distraction-free design, iCloud data synchronization

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 3-month subscription | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual subscription | $9.99 | per year |


### Pinote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinote-lock-screen-note/id6762083728)

Quickly jot down a single line reminder that appears directly on your lock screen. No need to open an app; your note is visible every time you unlock your device. Syncs seamlessly across Apple devices via iCloud.

**Highlights:** Lock screen sticky notes, Live Activity display, iCloud sync, No app opening required, One-line reminders, Cross-device support

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TagNote free?

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

### Is Pinote free?

Pinote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do TagNote or Pinote have ads?

Pinote shows ads; TagNote does not.

### Which is updated more often, TagNote or Pinote?

TagNote ships an update every 5 days, and Pinote every 4 days. Most recently, TagNote was updated on September 21, 2026 and Pinote on September 9, 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.*