Comparison

Jot vs ScatterMind

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

Head to head
About

Jot

Capture fleeting thoughts and ideas instantly with this app designed for quick note-taking and list-making. It prioritizes speed and ease of use, especially for those with ADHD or who feel overwhelmed by complex productivity tools. Organize your brain dumps into structured clarity when you're ready.

Highlights
  • Instant capture via typing or voice
  • Hands-free voice control for on-the-go notes
  • Brain dump organization into categories
  • Smart subnotes for tasks and lists
  • Apple Watch integration for wrist capture
  • Extract content from links
Features
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Don't let your best ideas vanish. Capture them in seconds, not minutes. Rated 5.0 Stars by fast thinkers, Jot is the anti-procrastination tool designed specifically for ADHD minds and anyone overwhelmed by bloated productivity software. Jot lets you capture now and organize later, transforming the chaos of a "brain dump" into structured clarity.We know the anxiety of the "working memory" gap. You have a brilliant thought, a grocery item, or an urgent task, but by the time your standard note app loads, the thought is gone. Standard apps force you to organize before you write, creating friction that kills creativity. Why Users Love Jot: • "Very nice for when a thought just pops into your head." • "Helpful for busy people... especially to recite all the things I need to do." • "Merges notes and tasks nicely." Key Features: • Instant Capture: The fastest entry on the App Store. Launch and type (or speak) immediately. No loading screens, no folders first. • Hands-Free Voice Control: Driving? Walking? Cooking? Speak your notes on the go and let Jot transcribe and list them. Perfect for when your hands are full. • Brain Dump Organization: Clear your mental RAM instantly. Group messy thoughts into categories only when you are ready. • Smart Subnotes: Break complex projects into bite-sized morsels or manage grocery lists with ease. • Apple Watch Integration: Capture ideas and set reminders directly from your wrist... never take your phone out of your pocket. • Extract Content from Links: Save that perfect recipe link from social sites and have Jot extract the contents for you when you're ready. Who is Jot For? • The ADHD Mind: Struggle with object permanence or "doom piles" of ideas? Jot keeps them visible and safe. • The Commuter: Use voice notes to capture tasks while driving safely. • The Student & Teacher: Quickly recite to-do lists between classes. Stop fighting your phone to clear your mind. Download Jot today and turn your brain dumps into done deals.

About

ScatterMind

Features
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Your mind is for having ideas, not holding them. Brain Dump is the fastest way to get thoughts out of your head and into one place. No folders to organize, no templates to fill — just open the app and start typing. Whether it's a random idea at 2am, a grocery list, a worry you can't shake, or a spark of inspiration mid-commute — capture it instantly before it slips away. Why you'll love it: -Opens straight to a blank canvas, ready to go -Distraction-free interface keeps the focus on your thoughts -Lightweight and fast, no clutter -Works for absolutely anyone — no learning curve Stop losing great ideas. Start dumping them.

Screenshots

Jot4 screens
ScatterMind4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ScatterMind at 15.1 against Jot's 18.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Jot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ScatterMind sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jot ships an update weekly, ScatterMind every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Jot versus ScatterMind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJotScatterMind
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (45 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings45 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHiroCloudyuly sutandi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Jot

One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Plan$14.99
1 purchases

ScatterMind

One-time1
  • Infinite Ink$24.99

Questions

Is Jot free?
Jot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScatterMind free?
ScatterMind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Jot or ScatterMind have ads?
Neither Jot nor ScatterMind shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jot or ScatterMind?
Jot ships an update weekly, and ScatterMind every 4 days. Most recently, Jot was updated on October 18, 2026 and ScatterMind on October 3, 2026.

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