Comparison

MapNote vs Phonography

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

Head to head
About

MapNote

Features
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MapNote is a lightweight tool that combines "note-taking" with "location". Tap any position on the map to add voice, text, or image notes, and the system will automatically acquire address information. Voice recordings can be transcribed to text automatically, letting you grasp key points at a glance during review. Map pins and nearby lists make information retrieval more efficient; the details page supports playing recordings, editing content, and managing deletions.All data is stored locally on your device only. It supports backing up as a ZIP file, as well as importing and restoring (merge/overwrite) for greater peace of mind. Suitable for couriers, food delivery riders, inspectors, field workers, and other groups who need to quickly record information at different locations. Key Features Map pinning and note-taking with automatic location and address saving Voice recording + system voice recognition and transcription Text notes and image notes (take photos/select from album) Nearby list + map pin preview Play recordings, edit content, and delete notes on the details page Data backup/restore (merge or overwrite) and one-tap clearing Local offline storage, privacy-friendly Permission Usage Explanation Location: Display and record locations on the map Microphone: Record voice notes Voice Recognition: Convert voice to text Camera/Album: Create image notes Privacy Statement Data is only stored locally on your device and will not be uploaded to servers; voice recognition is provided by Apple's system and adheres to its privacy policy.

About

Phonography

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Listen more closely to the world around you. This app is a field recording app designed to help you easily capture everyday sounds and preserve the memory of each moment. Record the sounds of wind, birds, rain, rivers, distant traffic, or the atmosphere of a city street—along with the context that makes each recording meaningful. In addition to audio, you can save the date and time, location, title, notes, and photos together with each recording. By keeping all of this information in one place, you can look back later and remember not only what you heard, but also where you were, what you noticed, and how the moment felt. The app also lets you map your recordings using the location data automatically captured when you record. Sounds collected during a walk, on a trip, or throughout the changing seasons can be displayed on a map, allowing you to create your own personal sound map. In a world filled with constant stimulation and endlessly fast-moving content, we wanted to create a way to slow down and reconnect with the sounds of everyday life. Taking a moment to listen to the natural and environmental sounds around you can become a quiet, luxurious experience—one that brings calm, presence, and new discoveries into your daily routine. Use it to document the sounds you encounter on a walk, preserve the atmosphere of a memorable place, build a field recording archive for creative projects or research, or simply become more aware of the soundscape of your everyday life. There is no single way to use this app. It is a tool for recording sound, but also an invitation to pause, listen carefully, and discover something new in familiar places. Key features: Quick and easy audio recording Automatically saves date and time Records location information with each recording Add titles, notes, and photos to organize your memories View recordings on a map Create your own personal sound map Collecting sounds is a different way of seeing the world. We hope this app brings a sense of calm, quiet richness, and new discovery to your everyday life. 【Terms of Service】 https://phonography.me/terms/en 【Privacy Policy】 https://phonography.me/privacy/en

Screenshots

MapNote4 screens
Phonography4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: MapNote at 3 against Phonography's 1. MapNote also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.1). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
MapNote versus Phonography: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapNotePhonography
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer锋 刘Kazuki Sekine

In-app purchases

None

MapNote

No in-app purchases

None

Phonography

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MapNote free?
MapNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Phonography free?
Phonography is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MapNote or Phonography have ads?
Neither MapNote nor Phonography shows ads.

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