Dotly vs AnyDB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Dotly
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Dotly β 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 β 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 β for anyone who believes that every great project begins with a single thought. Download Dotly and start capturing.
AnyDB
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AnyDB Mobile lets teams work directly in the system as actions happen. View and update records, upload photos and files, scan barcodes and QR codes, submit forms, change status and ownership, and keep work moving from the field, warehouse, office, or job site. The mobile app extends the same records, workflows, permissions, and views your team already uses in AnyDB, so work stays connected wherever it happens. Start with one system. Add more as your operations grow. Keep teams working from the same source of truth across desktop and mobile.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AnyDB at none against Dotly's 1. AnyDB also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Dotly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AnyDB asks for nothing beyond the download.
Dotly ships an update every 5 weeks, AnyDB every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dotly | AnyDB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch β better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andriy Bezemchuk | Humanly Incorporated |
In-app purchases
Dotly
- Dotly Pro (Lifetime)$2.99
AnyDB
No in-app purchases





