Comparison

Fluent Notes vs Type Shhh

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Voice-activated recording
  • Smart audio transcription
  • Voice playback for alarms
  • Live Activities integration
  • Interactive home screen widgets
  • Offline processing
  • StandBy mode display
Features
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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

About

Type Shhh

This app allows you to discreetly take private notes in public spaces. It offers a way to hide your text if you feel observed, ensuring your thoughts remain confidential. You can easily share your notes to other applications when needed.

Highlights
  • Private note-taking
  • Discreet typing interface
  • Hide text when observed
  • Easy sharing to other apps
Features
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Type Shhh is for taking private notes in public. Hide the text of your notes if you think someone is watching, and continue typing. Easily share your note to another app whenever you want.

Screenshots

Fluent Notes4 screens
Type Shhh4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Type Shhh at none against Fluent Notes's 2. Type Shhh also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1). Fluent Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, rating, 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. Fluent Notes sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Type Shhh asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Fluent Notes against 5.0 for Type Shhh. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Type Shhh has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fluent Notes ships an update every 6 weeks, Type Shhh every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Fluent Notes versus Type Shhh: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluent NotesType Shhh
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJose BlancoMark Molchany

Customer experience

Fluent Notes

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Type Shhh

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Fluent Notes

One-time2
  • Free TrialFree
  • Lifetime Purchase$5.99
None

Type Shhh

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fluent Notes free?
Fluent Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Type Shhh free?
Type Shhh is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fluent Notes or Type Shhh?
Fluent Notes and Type Shhh are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 6 ratings respectively.
Do Fluent Notes or Type Shhh have ads?
Neither Fluent Notes nor Type Shhh shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fluent Notes or Type Shhh?
Fluent Notes ships an update every 6 weeks, and Type Shhh every 6 months. Most recently, Fluent Notes was updated on October 6, 2026 and Type Shhh on October 17, 2026.

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