Comparison

Markdown Voice Recorder vs Deadlock

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

Head to head
About

Markdown Voice Recorder

This app transforms voice recordings into structured Markdown notes. It offers on-device transcription, customizable export options, and smart titling for seamless integration with popular note-taking applications.

Highlights
  • On-device transcription
  • Lossless and compressed audio recording
  • Customizable Markdown export
  • Smart automatic titling
  • Record from Apple Watch and Siri
  • Privacy-focused on-device processing
Features
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Markdown Voice Memos turns your voice into beautifully structured notes. Record in lossless orcompressed quality, get instant on-device transcription, and export everything as Markdown — ready for Obsidian, Logseq, Notion, or any notes app. Lossless & Compressed Audio Record in pristine 24-bit Apple Lossless (ALAC) — Choose from five quality modes: Compressed Mono for the smallest files, Compressed Stereo for richer audio at low storage cost, Lossless Mono and Lossless Stereo for studio-quality voice notes, or Spatial Audio on iPhone 16 and later for immersive recordings with ambisonics. Real-Time Transcription Every recording is transcribed on-device as you speak. Tap any word in the transcript to jump to that moment. Search across all your recordings by what was said, not just the title. Multiple On-Device Engines Choose the transcription engine for your languages: Parakeet for English and major European languages, SenseVoice for multilingual notes (especially Japanese, Korean, and Cantonese), and Qwen3-ASR for Mandarin and Chinese dialects. A short quiz in Settings helps you pick the right model. Markdown Export Each recording automatically generates a Markdown file with customizable YAML frontmatter — title, date, duration, location, tags, and more. Start with built-in presets for Default and Obsidian workflows, or create your own custom presets. Drag to reorder properties, add custom fields, and toggle what gets included. Smart Titles Recordings are automatically named using the method you prefer: date and time, your current location (like "Coffee Shop" or "Downtown"), or an AI-generated summary of what you said — all processed on-device. Record From Anywhere Start recording from the app, your Apple Watch, Siri, Shortcuts, Control Center, or the Action Button. A Live Activity keeps you in control with recording duration in the Dynamic Island, even after you leave the app. Apple Watch Record and play back memos directly on your wrist. Recordings sync automatically between iPhone and Apple Watch, including titles and edits. Spatial Audio Playback On supported devices, adjust spatial recordings with Cinematic Audio Mix — choose between Cinematic and Studio rendering styles and fine-tune the intensity in real time. Import & Share Import audio files from other apps using the Share Extension. Export recordings as Markdown with embedded audio links and full transcriptions. Save Anywhere Store recordings in the app or choose any folder — including iCloud Drive — for a seamless knowledge management workflow. Pair your audio with auto-generated Markdown files. Privacy First All transcription and AI features run entirely on-device. Your recordings and transcripts never leave your phone. Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Deadlock

Features
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Deadlock is your all-in-one digital security toolkit. Scan your email for data breaches, check password strength, verify QR codes and URLs before opening them, and analyze your Wi-Fi network security — all in one app. - Email Scanner Enter your email address and instantly find out if it appears in known data breaches. See which companies were compromised, what data was exposed, and get step-by-step remediation guides to secure your accounts. - Password Checker Test any password's strength with real-time crack time estimates. Check if your passwords have been found in breach databases using the Have I Been Pwned API. Generate strong, random passwords with one tap. - QR Code Scanner Scan any QR code with your camera and Deadlock will check the destination URL against Google Safe Browsing before you open it. Safe links show green, dangerous ones show red — so you know before you click. - URL Safety Checker Paste any link and check it against threat databases. Deadlock identifies phishing sites, malware distribution pages, and social engineering attacks before they can harm you. - Network Scanner Analyze your current Wi-Fi connection for security issues. Check encryption type, identify open networks, and get recommendations to improve your network security. - Auto-Monitor Add your email addresses and receive background alerts whenever a new breach is detected. Stay protected without even opening the app. Security Score Track your overall security posture with a score based on your scanning activity, password hygiene, device security settings, and app usage. All features are completely free. No subscriptions, no paywalls, no ads. Your data never leaves your device.

Screenshots

Markdown Voice Recorder4 screens
Deadlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Deadlock at none against Markdown Voice Recorder's 3. Deadlock also leads on iOS requirement (17 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Markdown Voice Recorder sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Deadlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Markdown Voice Recorder ships an update every 5 days, Deadlock every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Markdown Voice Recorder versus Deadlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarkdown Voice RecorderDeadlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB9 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperBagging GroceriesTolga MERIC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Markdown Voice Recorder

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

Deadlock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Markdown Voice Recorder free?
Markdown Voice Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deadlock free?
Deadlock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Markdown Voice Recorder or Deadlock have ads?
Neither Markdown Voice Recorder nor Deadlock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Markdown Voice Recorder or Deadlock?
Markdown Voice Recorder ships an update every 5 days, and Deadlock every 8 days. Most recently, Markdown Voice Recorder was updated on September 23, 2026 and Deadlock on September 14, 2026.

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