Comparison

KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes vs TaskTerminal

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

Head to head
About

KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes

This app offers a unique note-taking experience with a retro CRT monitor aesthetic. View two notes simultaneously and interact with a fun, animated fidget element on the side.

Highlights
  • Retro CRT monitor design
  • Dual note display
  • Interactive fidget element
  • Fun and engaging interface
Features
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Have fun with personal software again! The coolest looking retro CRT monitor notes app. -- Two displays for notes -- How cool is that? View two notes at once, while whole app looking like a tool from a future. -- Fun -- The dots on right side are interactive fidget that you can tap and see it react.

About

TaskTerminal

Features
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TaskTerminal – Your personal task organizer with a retro-inspired interface. TaskTerminal brings the feeling of classic electronic organizers into a modern productivity app. Designed with a minimal LCD-inspired interface, it helps you capture, organize, and complete your tasks without unnecessary distractions. Capture tasks instantly Use Inbox to quickly save new tasks as they come to mind. No need to organize everything immediately. Add your ideas first, then decide later how and when they should be completed. Plan your day Your Plan gives you a clear overview of what matters today. See: * overdue tasks that still need attention * tasks scheduled for today * upcoming days by scrolling further through your timeline Stay focused on the present while keeping your future plans within reach. Organize with groups Create custom groups to structure your tasks your way. Each group can have: * its own icon * its own accent color Tasks automatically inherit their group’s visual identity, making your system easy to scan and understand. Smart scheduling TaskTerminal supports flexible planning: * one-time tasks * daily repeats * weekly repeats with custom weekdays * monthly repeats * custom intervals Set up recurring tasks while keeping full control over your schedule. Designed for focus TaskTerminal is built around simplicity: * fast task creation * intuitive swipe actions * clean list-based organization * minimal dialogs * focused interactions Every element is designed to feel like a dedicated productivity device rather than another overloaded task app. A modern tool with a classic soul Inspired by the technology of the 80s and 90s, TaskTerminal combines nostalgic LCD aesthetics with modern iOS interactions. A simple system for your tasks. A clearer way to plan your day.

Screenshots

KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes3 screens
TaskTerminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TaskTerminal at none against KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes's 1. KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TaskTerminal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes versus TaskTerminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKNOCKKNOCK / Retro NotesTaskTerminal
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYaroslav SamoylovMoritz Staigl

In-app purchases

1 purchases

KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes

One-time1
  • Unlimited Notes$8.99
None

TaskTerminal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes free?
KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TaskTerminal free?
TaskTerminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes or TaskTerminal have ads?
Neither KNOCKKNOCK / Retro Notes nor TaskTerminal shows ads.

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