Comparison

OTC Memo vs Shift

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

Head to head
About

OTC Memo

Features
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Ever find it a hassle to long-press, select, and copy when copying notes? This app splits sentences based on line breaks during editing, allowing you to copy each one with a one tap. Simply write your notes with line breaks, and they'll automatically organize like “tags.” Copy with a single tap, making it perfect for use as a “phrase dictionary” or “template text.” Copied tags change color for instant recognition. Full-text search supported. Supports creating QR codes for memos and scanning QR codes. Supports the memo sharing button.

About

Shift

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Tired of contact backup apps that don't work or sell your data? Shift is the export tool that actually works. Export your iPhone contacts to VCF, PDF, CSV, XLSX, or HTML in seconds. Zero data leaves your device. WHY SHIFT? • 100% local. Nothing is uploaded to any server. Your contacts never leave your device except through the export you explicitly choose. • Five formats. VCF for importing to any phone or computer. PDF for clean printable archives. CSV for spreadsheet analysis. XLSX for Excel. HTML for browser viewing. • Try before you buy. Export up to 10 contacts free to verify quality. One $2.99 purchase unlocks unlimited exports forever — no subscription. • Protect files with a password. Encrypted on device, never uploaded. (.shiftbackup) HOW IT WORKS 1. Grant contacts access. The app requests permission once. 2. Choose your contacts. Search, select all, or pick specific people. 3. Pick a format. VCF, PDF, CSV, XLSX, or HTML. 4. Export and share. The system Share Sheet opens — send via AirDrop, save to Files, email, or any app. PRIVACY BY DESIGN PERFECT FOR • Switching to a new phone and need to transfer contacts • Creating a PDF backup for printing or archiving • Exporting to CSV/Excel for business or CRM imports • Moving contacts between iCloud, Google, Outlook, or Gmail • Anyone who values privacy and wants their data to stay local Download Shift now. Export your first 10 contacts free and see the difference.

Screenshots

OTC Memo4 screens
Shift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OTC Memo at none against Shift's 1. OTC Memo also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Shift sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. OTC Memo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OTC Memo ships an update weekly, Shift fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
OTC Memo versus Shift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOTC MemoShift
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKatsushi Kawamori伟 王

In-app purchases

None

OTC Memo

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Shift

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Export$3.99

Questions

Is OTC Memo free?
OTC Memo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shift free?
Shift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OTC Memo or Shift have ads?
Neither OTC Memo nor Shift shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OTC Memo or Shift?
OTC Memo ships an update weekly, and Shift fortnightly. Most recently, OTC Memo was updated on October 17, 2026 and Shift on October 5, 2026.

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