Fluent Notes vs In The Loop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fluent Notes
Instantly capture thoughts and set reminders using your voice. This app transcribes your spoken notes into searchable text and plays back your original recording when an alarm sounds. It integrates with iOS features like Live Activities and widgets for seamless time management.
- Voice-activated recording
- Smart audio transcription
- Voice playback for alarms
- Live Activities integration
- Interactive home screen widgets
- Offline processing
- StandBy mode display
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Capture your thoughts instantly and never miss a beat with Clock Notes—the fastest, most natural way to set reminders and alarms. Forget fiddling with tiny date pickers or typing out long notes. Just hold the button, speak your mind, and let Clock Notes handle the rest. Whether it’s a quick "Laundry in 45 minutes" or a detailed "Meeting with Sarah at 2 PM about the project launch," Clock Notes turns your voice into a reliable alarm and a searchable text note instantly. YOUR VOICE, ON TIME Clock Notes isn't just a voice recorder; it's a powerful time management tool built for the speed of life. • Hold to Record: The interface is designed for speed. Tap and hold to capture a thought. Drag to lock for hands-free recording. • Smart Transcription: We automatically transcribe your audio so you can read, search, and skim your reminders later. • Hear Your Reminder: When the alarm goes off, your original voice recording plays. It’s like receiving a voicemail from your past self—impossible to ignore. BUILT FOR MODERN iOS Clock Notes leverages the latest Apple technologies to feel right at home on your device. • Live Activities: Keep an eye on your active timers right from the Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. Pause, resume, or cancel without unlocking your phone. • Interactive Widgets: See your upcoming reminders and tick them off directly from your Home Screen. • StandBy Mode: Looks stunning on your nightstand, keeping your next alarm front and center. • App Shortcuts: Just say "Hey Siri, create a note on Clock Note" to start recording instantly, completely hands-free. RELIABLE • AlarmKit Integration: Critical alerts ensure your alarms ring loud and clear, even if the app is closed, your device is locked, or you're in Do Not Disturb mode. • 100% Offline: Your privacy matters. All processing happens on-device. No internet connection required to set or receive alarms. (AI Features require internet connection) CLOCK NOTES PRO Unlock the full potential of your productivity: 7 Day free trial One time Lifetime Purchase
In The Loop
This app helps you stay connected with your contacts by automatically remembering important details and suggesting timely follow-ups. It uses AI to extract information from your notes, providing context for your conversations and helping you nurture your relationships.
- Capture moments with notes or voice-to-text
- AI extracts dates and follow-up details
- Contextual nudges for reaching out
- Relationship overview and tracking
- AI insights for social life patterns
- Privacy-focused data handling
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Stop starting texts with "Sorry it's been so long." Whether you’re a busy professional or just trying to be a more intentional friend, In The Loop handles the remembering so you can focus on the connection. How It Works: - Dump Your Thoughts: After a coffee or call, speak a quick recap. No typing, no complex forms, and no recording during the hangout. - AI Does the Admin: Our AI scans your voice notes to automatically extract dates, follow-ups, and key details. Your contact’s profile updates instantly while you walk away. - Nudges with Context: When it’s time to reach back out, you get a specific prompt (e.g., "Ask Zoe how the apartment hunt went"). Never start from zero again. Key Features: - Relationship Overview: See your entire social circle in one place and track who needs attention. - AI Advisor: Get personalized advice and discover patterns in your social life. - Privacy First: Your relationships are personal. Your data stays yours.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: In The Loop at every 3 weeks against Fluent Notes's every 6 weeks. In The Loop also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Fluent Notes sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and In The Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Fluent Notes against 5.0 for In The Loop. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.
Fluent Notes ships an update every 6 weeks, In The Loop every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Fluent Notes | In The Loop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jose Blanco | Brian Kim |
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Fluent Notes
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In-app purchases
Fluent Notes
- Free TrialFree
- Lifetime Purchase$5.99
In The Loop
- Pro Plan Monthly$4.991 Month
- Pro Plan Yearly$44.991 Year
- Pro Plan Lifetime$99.99
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