Comparison

PostPiny vs Dotly

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

Head to head
About

PostPiny

Features
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Stop losing valuable insights from Reddit, Hacker News, and online communities. PostPiny transforms any discussion into organized, actionable notes using AI - no more manual copying or forgotten discoveries. WHY POSTPINY? Turn endless scrolling into curated knowledge. Whether you're tracking startup advice on r/entrepreneur, following tech trends on Hacker News, or researching any topic, PostPiny captures what matters most. KEY FEATURES - One-tap note generation from Reddit, Hacker News, Twitter - AI-powered summaries that extract key insights automatically - Rich text editor with formatting toolbar - no markdown needed - Smart organization with search, tags, and categories - Offline access - all notes stored locally on your device - Export to PDF, text, or share directly with your team - Dark mode for comfortable reading - Cross-platform support for multiple content sources PERFECT FOR - Anyone building a personal knowledge base - Entrepreneurs tracking industry insights and startup advice - Developers following technical discussions and best practices - Researchers organizing information from multiple sources - Students collecting study materials from online communities - Content creators gathering ideas and references HOW IT WORKS 1. Copy any Reddit post or Hacker News discussion URL 2. Paste into PostPiny and tap generate 3. Get instant AI-powered summary and key points 4. Edit, organize, and enhance your notes 5. Access your knowledge library anytime, anywhere SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Free: 3 notes per day - perfect for trying the app PostPiny Starter Plan ($6.99/month): 30 notes daily, cloud sync, watermark-free exports PostPiny Professional Plan ($19.99/month): 75 notes daily, advanced features, priority support Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the same price. Transform your online browsing into organized knowledge. Download PostPiny and never lose another valuable insight. Privacy focused - your notes stay on your device unless you choose cloud sync. Terms of Use: https://postpiny.com/terms.html

About

Dotly

Features
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Dotly โ€” capture to Workflowy in seconds. A fleeting thought. A sudden idea. A task you can't afford to forget. Dotly helps you capture it instantly and send it straight to Workflowy. Whether you're offline or on the move, Dotly keeps your thoughts safe until you're ready to sync. Designed for speed and calm, it brings the art of writing and the beauty of structure together โ€” in one elegant flow. Features: - Instant Capture: Add notes, ideas, or reminders to Workflowy in seconds. No friction, no fuss. - Offline Outbox: Write anytime, anywhere. Dotly queues your notes and syncs automatically when you're back online. - Minimal Design: A clean, fluid interface that keeps you focused on what matters: your thoughts. - Smart Shortcuts: Capture with a single tap from widgets or keyboard shortcuts. Send instantly, stay in the flow. - History: Review everything you've sent. Your capture timeline, always accessible. - Custom Settings: Choose how and where your dots land inside Workflowy. - Cross-Platform: Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. One purchase unlocks all platforms. Dotly is for thinkers, creators, and builders โ€” for anyone who believes that every great project begins with a single thought. Download Dotly and start capturing.

Screenshots

PostPiny4 screens
Dotly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Dotly at 4 against PostPiny's 2. PostPiny's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. PostPiny sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Dotly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
PostPiny versus Dotly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostPinyDotly
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch โ€” better
Requires iOS13.4 โ€” better26.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size33 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSidicAndriy Bezemchuk

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PostPiny

Subscriptions2
  • Starter$6.991 Month
  • Professional$19.991 Month
1 purchases

Dotly

One-time1
  • Dotly Pro (Lifetime)$2.99

Questions

Is PostPiny free?
PostPiny is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dotly free?
Dotly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PostPiny or Dotly have ads?
Neither PostPiny nor Dotly shows ads.

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