Comparison

Note.md vs BionicWords

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

Head to head
About

Note.md

Features
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Open and edit Markdown files from iCloud Drive, right where they are. Browse your folders, read a clear preview, and save changes back to the same file. Note.md is a Markdown editor for iPhone and iPad. Keep working with the documents you already have, without moving them into a separate note library. READMEs, notes, drafts, and meeting minutesβ€”open your usual folder and continue. YOUR FOLDERS, WITHIN REACH Open a folder from iCloud Drive or Files and browse its structure. Return through recent files, search for text, or use the outline to jump to a heading. READ CLEARLY. EDIT DIRECTLY. Preview headings, lists, tables, and code. Use formatting tools to add bold text, links, and more, then save your changes to the original Markdown file. PREVIEW AS YOU WRITE Turn on inline preview to check the section you are editing without switching away from the editor. Close it whenever you want more room for your text. LISTEN AND LEAVE A NOTE Read documents aloud, keep a memo separate from the original text, organize reading lists, or record and transcribe voice notes. Use the tools you need alongside your document. FREE ESSENTIALS β€’ Open files and folders β€’ Read, edit, and save Markdown β€’ Inline preview, search, outline, and recent files β€’ Read-aloud while the app is in the foreground β€’ Share Markdown and plain text The free version also includes memos for up to 3 documents, up to 3 saved voice notes, and 1 reading list. No account registration is required. NOTE.MD PRO β€’ Background read-aloud and headphone controls β€’ Insert photos and videos β€’ Export PDF and HTML β€’ Apply Markdown formatting suggestions β€’ Remove creation limits for document memos, voice notes, and reading lists Choose a monthly, annual, or one-time lifetime plan. Every plan includes the same Pro features. If Pro expires, your saved documents, memos, voice notes, and reading lists are not deleted. YOUR DATA Document contents are not sent to external analysis services. Syncing and file downloads through iCloud Drive or other providers depend on your storage settings and connection. Transcription requires a supported device, OS, and language. Speech assets may need to be downloaded before first use. Inserted photos and videos are copied into an assets folder beside your Markdown file. Keep that folder with the document when moving or backing up your files. PURCHASES Monthly and annual subscriptions renew automatically until canceled. See the purchase screen for pricing and terms. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. The lifetime plan does not renew.

About

BionicWords

Features
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BionicWords uses RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) to display text one word at a time at a fixed focal point. Your eyes stay still. Words flow to you. No skimming, no re-reading, no losing your place. Every word lands exactly where your brain expects it. The secret is the Optimal Recognition Point. Each word is displayed with its natural focal letter highlighted β€” the exact point where your eye locks when reading. Your brain recognises words faster, processes meaning quicker, and retains more. Start at 200 WPM. Work your way to 600. Push past 900 if you dare. Your reading speed is the only limit. HOW IT WORKS Paste any text, open a file, or load from your library Tap play β€” words appear one at a time, centred on the focal point Your highlighted focal letter stays fixed, your eyes stay relaxed Adjust speed on the fly β€” from a gentle 50 WPM to a blazing 1500 WPM WHAT YOU CAN READ Paste any text β€” articles, study notes, emails, blog posts, book chapters. Import TXT files directly. Upgrade to Pro to import PDFs and EPUBs β€” BionicWords intelligently strips out page numbers, headers, and formatting noise so you only see the words that matter. SMART READING Not all words are equal. BionicWords automatically pauses slightly longer at sentence endings, clause breaks, and complex words. The rhythm feels natural, not robotic β€” even at high speeds. SPEED PRESETS FOR EVERY LEVEL Chill (150 WPM) β€” relaxed, easy comprehension Normal (250 WPM) β€” average adult reading speed Fast (400 WPM) β€” comfortable push Rapid (600 WPM) β€” serious readers Insane (900 WPM) β€” speed reading territory Ludicrous (1200+ WPM) β€” test your limits Or set any custom speed with the precision slider and fine-tune buttons β€” adjustable in real-time, even mid-sentence. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS See your words read, time elapsed, and actual average WPM after every session. Upgrade to Pro for reading streaks, all-time stats, weekly charts, and a full reading history so you can pick up exactly where you left off. DISTRACTION-FREE DESIGN Pure black background. White text. Red focal point. Nothing else. No banners, no pop-ups, no clutter. When you're reading, BionicWords disappears β€” leaving only the words and your focus. BIONICWORDS PRO β€” UNLOCK EVERYTHING One-time purchase. No subscription. Keep it forever. Remove all ads Import PDF and EPUB files Reading history and bookmarks Resume where you left off Advanced stats and reading streaks 6 premium themes including Sepia, Midnight, and OLED Extra fonts including OpenDyslexic for accessibility Unlimited daily reading sessions BUILT FOR Students β€” get through textbooks and papers in half the time Professionals β€” stay on top of reports, briefs, and industry reading Book lovers β€” finally finish that reading list Lifelong learners β€” consume more knowledge, retain more of it Anyone who reads on a screen β€” which is everyone Your data stays on your device. No account required. No tracking. Just reading, faster.

Screenshots

Note.md4 screens
BionicWords4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BionicWords at every 2 days against Note.md's every 10 days. BionicWords also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Note.md sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BionicWords sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Note.md ships an update every 10 days, BionicWords every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Note.md versus BionicWords: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNote.mdBionicWords
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.613.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size12 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHAYATO KUBOCODENESTLE PTY LTD

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Note.md

One-time1
  • Note.md Pro (Lifetime)$2.99
1 purchases

BionicWords

One-time1
  • BionicWords Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Note.md free?
Note.md is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BionicWords free?
BionicWords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Note.md or BionicWords have ads?
Neither Note.md nor BionicWords shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Note.md or BionicWords?
Note.md ships an update every 10 days, and BionicWords every 2 days. Most recently, Note.md was updated on September 30, 2026 and BionicWords on September 29, 2026.

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