Synapse Notes vs Cortex

Synaps Notes is a private, on-device note app built for local AI. Write and organize notes directly on your iPhone. Chat with your own notes and documents using local AI models. Import PDFs, images, and text files with OCR support. Keep your data on-device by default, with optional Google Drive backup. No account is required to use the core features

Cortex is your private, on-device AI planner for daily work and life. Use Cortex to understand your calendar, spot conflicts, and turn plans into action quickly. Key features: • Calendar-aware dashboard with priority signals • Chat that can summarize your schedule and create events • Smart insights and proactive recommendations • Image-aware chat support • Local-first AI processing for privacy • Notification nudges and quiet hours controls Cortex is built to help you stay focused without sending your planning data to external AI services.