Comparison

Note.md vs Arg0

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

Arg0

Features
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Arg0 is a lightning-fast Markdown reader and advanced editor designed for developers, writers, and students. Whether you are taking quick notes, writing technical documentation, or creating complex diagrams, Arg0 provides a seamless and powerful writing environment.

Screenshots

Note.md4 screens
Arg03 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arg0 at none against Note.md's 1. Arg0 also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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. Arg0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Note.md ships an update every 10 days, Arg0 every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Note.md versus Arg0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNote.mdArg0
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.613.4 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size12 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHAYATO KUBOCheeckBox,LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Note.md

One-time1
  • Note.md Pro (Lifetime)$2.99
None

Arg0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Note.md free?
Note.md is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arg0 free?
Arg0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Note.md or Arg0 have ads?
Neither Note.md nor Arg0 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Note.md or Arg0?
Note.md ships an update every 10 days, and Arg0 every 2 days. Most recently, Note.md was updated on September 13, 2026 and Arg0 on September 8, 2026.

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