Symplara vs BUNKO Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Symplara
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FOCUS & PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS BUILT FOR ADHD MINDS Struggling with focus, task overwhelm, and executive dysfunction? Symplara gives you the tools you needβwithout the complexity you don't. Built specifically for ADHD and neurodivergent brains that need structure without overwhelm. WHAT'S INCLUDED Focus Timer Choose any duration up to 60 minutes. Work in focused bursts without distraction. Your brain, your timing. Task Planner Daily, weekly, and monthly views. Add tasks, check them off, feel the dopamine. See what matters today without drowning in complexity. Breathing Reset Calm breaks when your nervous system needs regulation. Four guided exercises with optional calming sounds. Progress Insights Track completed tasks, focus time, and streaksβwithout guilt or pressure. See your wins, build momentum. BUILT FOR HOW ADHD BRAINS ACTUALLY WORK No decision fatigue Simple interface. Clear actions. No endless settings or overwhelming features. Works with your energy Use what you need, when you need it. No daily goals forcing you to show up when you can't. Privacy by design Everything stored locally on your device. No behavioural data mining. Time-respectful Brief, focused sessions. No maintenance required. Open it, use it, close it. Done. No manipulation No ads. No endless feeds. No social pressure. Just tools that help you get things done. WHO IT'S FOR If you have ADHD or struggle with: Starting tasks and staying focused Executive dysfunction and decision paralysis Time blindness and planning Overwhelm from complex productivity systems Apps that track and manipulate you Symplara is for you. WHY WE CHARGE We don't sell your data or run ads. We charge fairly for tools that respect your brain and your privacy. 7-day free trial. Then $4.99/month, $14.99/year, or $29.99 one-time. WHAT ADHD USERS SAY "Finally, a focus app that doesn't make me feel guilty when I don't use it." "The planner is simple enough that I actually use it. That's huge for me." "I love that it doesn't track me or try to keep me addicted." Take a breath. Focus. Get things done. Simple tools for ADHD brains. No overwhelm. No guilt. Just what works. Download Symplara. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
BUNKO Notes
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Bunko β Your Personal Knowledge Library Bunko helps you organize ideas, research, and collections into a beautifully structured library. Create collections, divide them into chapters, and build detailed pages that keep your information clear and easy to navigate. Whether you're organizing research, worldbuilding notes, study materials, or personal archives, Bunko gives you a powerful system to structure your knowledge. Organize Information Your Way β’ Create unlimited collections β’ Divide collections into chapters β’ Build detailed pages of structured information β’ Store images and references alongside your notes β’ Keep your information organized and searchable Designed for Thinkers and Creators Bunko works perfectly for: β’ research and study notes β’ worldbuilding and writing projects β’ personal archives and collections β’ tabletop gaming references β’ hobby catalogs and documentation Powerful Import & Backup Tools Import structured data to quickly create collections, chapters, and pages. Bunko also includes backup tools so your library stays safe and portable. Premium Features Upgrade to Bunko Premium to unlock advanced tools including: β’ spreadsheet import for rapid collection creation β’ enhanced themes and visual customization β’ advanced export and backup options Your Library, Your Structure Bunko is designed to give you complete control over how information is organized. Build a knowledge system that grows with you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BUNKO Notes at every 3 days against Symplara's monthly. BUNKO Notes also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Symplara sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and BUNKO Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Symplara ships an update monthly, BUNKO Notes every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Symplara | BUNKO Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Attune Labs Ltd. | ZACHARY MASON KELLER |
In-app purchases
Symplara
- Monthly Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly Premium$14.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$29.99
BUNKO Notes
- BUNKO Pro Lifetime$4.99









