Comparison

Planote vs BlazeTimer

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

Head to head
About

Planote

This app helps you organize your schedule, tasks, and thoughts with a visually appealing interface. It offers features like visual note-taking with image insertion, subtask management, and smart daily planning with time blocking. Enjoy a distraction-free, ad-free experience designed to boost your productivity.

Highlights
  • Visual note-taking with image insertion
  • Subtask management for projects
  • Smart daily planning with time blocking
  • Priority-based to-do list
  • Habit and routine tracking
  • Seamless export of notes and logs
Features
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Design Your Day. Focus Your Mind. Stop juggling multiple apps. Start living with intention. Planote is a unified productivity space that brings harmony to your schedule, tasks, and ideas. It's more than a checklist — it's a refined workspace where elegance meets efficiency. No ads. No distractions. Just focus. Plan – Visual Timeline Turn chaos into clarity with an intelligent timeline. Drag, drop, and organize your day. See everything at a glance. Align your calendar with your goals — effortlessly. Do – Smart Task Management Master your to-dos with priority-based sorting, habit tracking, and custom reminders. Every completed task delivers satisfying haptic and visual feedback. You'll actually enjoy getting things done. Create – Notes & Ideation A digital canvas that feels like paper. Sketch, annotate, or journal with Apple Pencil. Combine text, subtasks, and images in one seamless flow. Capture inspiration before it slips away. Why Planote Stands Out No ads, no pop-ups — completely distraction-free Premium aesthetics with fluid animations Reliable sync across all your devices Tactile haptic feedback for every interaction Perfect for Professionals, students, creatives, and minimalists who want a clutter-free path to peak daily performance. Experience productivity, beautifully refined. Download Planote today. If you have any suggestions or questions while using Planote, please contact us at planotefeedback@outlook.com and we will respond within a short time. Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/planote-privacy-policy Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/planote-terms-of-use

About

BlazeTimer

This app helps combat procrastination and task paralysis with a science-based Pomodoro timer and daily task planner. It supports deep work, study, and flow states with customizable timers, integrated task management, and ADHD-friendly features. Detailed productivity reports and iOS ecosystem integrations enhance the user experience.

Highlights
  • Customizable Pomodoro timer
  • Integrated daily task planner
  • ADHD-friendly design
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Detailed productivity reports
  • iOS Live Activities & Widgets
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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Struggling with procrastination or task paralysis? Meet Blazetimer, the ultimate Pomodoro Timer and Daily Task Planner designed for deep work. Whether you are a student preparing for an exam, a professional managing a complex workflow, or navigating life with ADHD, Blazetimer is the science-based tool you need to stay on track. THE ORIGINAL POMODORO TECHNIQUE Stay true to the gold standard of time management. Blazetimer uses 25-minute focus sessions followed by short breaks to keep your mind sharp and prevent burnout. Customizable Timer: Adjust your work intervals, long breaks, and daily goals to match your unique study rhythm. Visual Countdown: A clean, minimal interface designed to reduce cognitive load and help you enter a flow state instantly. Break Notifications: Gentle alerts to remind you when it's time to rest or get back to work. INTEGRATED TASK MANAGEMENT Don't just track time, manage your life. Blazetimer combines a Focus Timer with a full GTD (Getting Things Done) inspired Task Dashboard. Daily Planner & Calendar: Organize your to-do list, set reminders, and view your schedule in a beautiful weekly calendar. Smart Categorization: Tag tasks by Work, Study, Personal, or Habits. Overdue & Upcoming: Never miss a deadline again with smart sorting that highlights your most urgent priorities. ADHD-FRIENDLY & MINIMALIST We know that for many, "standard" planners are overwhelming. Blazetimer is designed with ADHD support in mind, helping users overcome executive dysfunction and time blindness. Low Friction Capture: Quickly add tasks and start timers without navigating complex menus. Ambient Soundscapes: Drown out distractions with high-quality White Noise, Rain Sounds, and Nature Ambience to aid concentration. No Clutter: A playful yet calm design that prioritizes your work over everything else. DETAILED PRODUCTIVITY REPORTS Measure what matters. Our advanced analytics give you a bird's-eye view of your productivity. Focus Stats: Track your completed tasks, total focus hours, and longest sessions. Consistency Streaks: Gamify your growth by building a daily focus habit. Project Time Tracking: See exactly how much time you spend on specific projects versus general tasks. iOS ECOSYSTEM FEATURES Live Activities & Dynamic Island: See your timer status on your Lock Screen at a glance. Home Screen Widgets: Start your Focus Timer or check your Daily Checklist instantly. Apple Watch Support: Sync your sessions and get haptic alerts on your wrist. Terms of Use: https://www.blazetimer.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.blazetimer.com/policy

Screenshots

Planote4 screens
BlazeTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Planote at 23 against BlazeTimer's 1. Planote also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.2 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Planote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and BlazeTimer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Planote against 5.0 for BlazeTimer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Planote has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Planote versus BlazeTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanoteBlazeTimer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (23 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.2 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFocus On Timetable Schedule GroupIdris Olayanju

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Planote

Subscriptions4
  • Planote Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Planote Yearly$6.991 Year
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  • annual subscription$6.991 Year
One-time2
  • Limited-time event$8.99
  • Planote Pro$12.99
4 purchases

BlazeTimer

Subscriptions4
  • Blazetimer Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Blazetimer Monthly Main$2.991 Month
  • Blazetimer Yearly Trial7 Days trial$14.991 Year
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  • Blazetimer Lifetime$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Planote free?
Planote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BlazeTimer free?
BlazeTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Planote or BlazeTimer?
BlazeTimer is rated higher. Planote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while BlazeTimer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Planote or BlazeTimer have ads?
Neither Planote nor BlazeTimer shows ads.

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