Brain Dump vs Jot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Brain Dump
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Turn scattered thoughts into action. BrainDump lets you capture ideas in seconds, brainstorm with AI, and convert everything into trackable tasks with reminders. BrainDump is a subscription app. An active subscription is required to use the app. BrainDump Pro Auto‑renews monthly/weekly; price shown in‑app and may vary by region. Manage/cancel in iOS Settings any time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://braindumpapp.org/privacy.html
Jot
Capture fleeting thoughts and ideas instantly with this app designed for quick note-taking and list-making. It prioritizes speed and ease of use, especially for those with ADHD or who feel overwhelmed by complex productivity tools. Organize your brain dumps into structured clarity when you're ready.
- Instant capture via typing or voice
- Hands-free voice control for on-the-go notes
- Brain dump organization into categories
- Smart subnotes for tasks and lists
- Apple Watch integration for wrist capture
- Extract content from links
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Don't let your best ideas vanish. Capture them in seconds, not minutes. Rated 5.0 Stars by fast thinkers, Jot is the anti-procrastination tool designed specifically for ADHD minds and anyone overwhelmed by bloated productivity software. Jot lets you capture now and organize later, transforming the chaos of a "brain dump" into structured clarity.We know the anxiety of the "working memory" gap. You have a brilliant thought, a grocery item, or an urgent task, but by the time your standard note app loads, the thought is gone. Standard apps force you to organize before you write, creating friction that kills creativity. Why Users Love Jot: • "Very nice for when a thought just pops into your head." • "Helpful for busy people... especially to recite all the things I need to do." • "Merges notes and tasks nicely." Key Features: • Instant Capture: The fastest entry on the App Store. Launch and type (or speak) immediately. No loading screens, no folders first. • Hands-Free Voice Control: Driving? Walking? Cooking? Speak your notes on the go and let Jot transcribe and list them. Perfect for when your hands are full. • Brain Dump Organization: Clear your mental RAM instantly. Group messy thoughts into categories only when you are ready. • Smart Subnotes: Break complex projects into bite-sized morsels or manage grocery lists with ease. • Apple Watch Integration: Capture ideas and set reminders directly from your wrist... never take your phone out of your pocket. • Extract Content from Links: Save that perfect recipe link from social sites and have Jot extract the contents for you when you're ready. Who is Jot For? • The ADHD Mind: Struggle with object permanence or "doom piles" of ideas? Jot keeps them visible and safe. • The Commuter: Use voice notes to capture tasks while driving safely. • The Student & Teacher: Quickly recite to-do lists between classes. Stop fighting your phone to clear your mind. Download Jot today and turn your brain dumps into done deals.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Jot at 4.9 against Brain Dump's 3.7. Jot also leads on ratings volume (45 vs 3) and device support (4 vs 2). Brain Dump's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Brain Dump sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Jot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Jot holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Jot has 45 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Brain Dump ships an update every 8 days, Jot weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Brain Dump | Jot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 4.9 (45 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 89.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 45 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bilal Abdinoor | HiroCloud |
In-app purchases
Brain Dump
- BrainDump Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- BrainDump Pro (Monthly)$7.991 Month
Jot
- Lifetime Pro Plan$14.99









