Comparison

OrbNote vs Quicknotes Supervisors

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

Head to head
About

OrbNote

This app offers a chat-style notebook for Apple devices, allowing users to capture text, images, recordings, and files in a timeline format. Organize notes manually or with AI suggestions, and sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Highlights
  • Chat-style note capture
  • Support for text, images, audio, files
  • AI-powered organization suggestions
  • Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
  • Local-first storage
  • Password-protected threads (Pro)
  • Expiring messages (Pro)
Features
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Capture the thought first. OrbNote is a chat-style notebook designed for Apple devices. Text, images, recordings, files, and checklists can all enter the same timeline like messages. You do not need to choose a folder first or design a complete structure while an idea is still forming. Put it in Quick Jot, then organize it manually or ask AI for suggestions when the right place becomes clear. Capture like messaging Every note is a message, naturally preserving its time and context. Quick Jot Not sure where something belongs? Capture it first and organize it later. AI organization · Pro AI can suggest a suitable group and Thread and explain why. Accept or ignore each suggestion, or explicitly enable automatic organization. Text, images, audio, and files Keep different types of content in the same context. Pro adds automatic transcription and search across text in images (OCR), voice transcripts, attachment names, and full article text. Across Apple devices Capture on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and keep everything in sync with your own iCloud account. With Pro, you can also record from Apple Watch. Local-first Regular notes are stored on your devices first, with no separate OrbNote content account required. AI features are optional and run only when you use them. Privacy and control Protect important Threads with a password lock (Pro) and let time-sensitive messages expire automatically (Pro). On Mac, export notes as Markdown with original attachments. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Quicknotes Supervisors

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Quicknotes Supervisor is a private, local-first note app built for leaders, managers, instructors, and supervisors who need a clean way to capture observations and follow-through. If you supervise people, processes, or training, Quicknotes Supervisor helps you capture what matters, stay consistent, and keep your notes organized. Use it to record: Observations and walk-through notes Coaching notes and feedback Incidents and follow-ups General records and reminders Key features Local-first, works offline: records are stored on your device No accounts: no login required Fast capture: create records quickly with date, time, and tags Advanced Tag Management: group tags into collapsible folders, custom sort, and drag-to-reorder to build your ideal workspace Rich text formatting: headers, lists, quotes, and basic styling Attach media: add photos, video, or audio to a record (optional) Powerful search: full-text search across your records Filters and sorting: date range, tag include or exclude, newest or oldest Export and share: export the records you have filtered, then share as needed Reports: simple insights like totals, records by tag, and activity over time App lock: optional PIN and biometric unlock, plus lock-on-exit Privacy-first by design QuickNotes Supervisor is designed for structured oversight, not social sharing. Your records stay private and device-local unless you choose to export or share them.

Screenshots

OrbNote4 screens
Quicknotes Supervisors4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: OrbNote at every 10 days against Quicknotes Supervisors's every 2 months. Quicknotes Supervisors's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. OrbNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Quicknotes Supervisors sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OrbNote ships an update every 10 days, Quicknotes Supervisors every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
OrbNote versus Quicknotes Supervisors: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrbNoteQuicknotes Supervisors
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer志远 郭Ryan Bair

In-app purchases

2 purchases

OrbNote

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Membership$2.991 Month
  • Pro Membership$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Quicknotes Supervisors

One-time1
  • Premium$5.99

Questions

Is OrbNote free?
OrbNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quicknotes Supervisors free?
Quicknotes Supervisors is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OrbNote or Quicknotes Supervisors have ads?
Neither OrbNote nor Quicknotes Supervisors shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OrbNote or Quicknotes Supervisors?
OrbNote ships an update every 10 days, and Quicknotes Supervisors every 2 months. Most recently, OrbNote was updated on November 5, 2026 and Quicknotes Supervisors on October 31, 2026.

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