Comparison

ShutterPrep vs Mononote

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

Head to head
About

ShutterPrep

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ShutterPrep is the essential planning companion for wedding and event photographers. Whether you're organising a multi-location wedding or a quick portrait session, ShutterPrep keeps every detail at your fingertips so you can focus on capturing the perfect shot. PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE Create dedicated projects for every shoot. Add your client's name, date, shoot type, and notes in seconds. ShutterPrep supports weddings, portraits, corporate events, engagements, and more. A simple four-stage workflow moves each project from Upcoming through to Completed and Archived. SMART CHECKLISTS & TEMPLATES Build custom checklists with time-based labels: Before, During, and After. You always know what to do and when. Save your favourite lists as reusable templates and apply them to new projects instantly. Never forget a must-have shot, a key piece of gear, or a critical preparation step again. LOCATION DETAILS AT A GLANCE Add multiple locations to each project with addresses, venue types, and notes. Open directions in Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze with a single tap. Perfect for multi-venue wedding days. FILE ATTACHMENTS Attach reference images, visual inspiration documents, contracts, and shot lists directly to your projects. Capture new photos with your camera, import from your photo library, or add documents from Files. View images full-screen with pinch-to-zoom, or browse PDFs right inside the app. PROJECT TIMELINE Build a step-by-step timeline for your shoot day. Add times, titles, and descriptions for each moment, from getting-ready through to the last dance. Export your timeline as a beautifully formatted PDF to share with clients, second shooters, or venue coordinators. CALENDAR SYNC Sync your shoots directly to your iOS Calendar with one tap. ShutterPrep creates detailed calendar events with your project name, locations, and notes, so your schedule is always up to date. DRAFT AUTOSAVE Start creating a project and come back to it later. ShutterPrep automatically saves your work as a draft, so nothing is ever lost. WORKS OFFLINE, ALWAYS ShutterPrep is built offline-first. Every feature works perfectly without an internet connection. Create projects, tick off checklists, add attachments, and review your timeline on location, even with no signal. Your data is stored locally on your device and always available when you need it. iCLOUD SYNC When you are back online, your projects, checklists, and attachments sync seamlessly across all your Apple devices via iCloud. Start planning on your iPhone, review on your iPad. Everything stays in sync automatically. DESIGNED FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS ShutterPrep was built from the ground up for professional photographers. Every feature, every screen, and every interaction is designed around the real-world workflow of planning and executing photo shoots. Four-stage project lifecycle (Upcoming, In Progress, Completed, Archived) Custom list icons with SF Symbols, emojis, or letters Haptic feedback throughout the app Beautiful dark and light mode support Privacy-first; all data stored on your device and iCloud. We never see it. Whether you shoot 5 weddings a year or 50, ShutterPrep helps you walk into every shoot feeling prepared, confident, and in control. Privacy Policy: https://asarebros.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Mononote

Capture your thoughts and reminders with a focus on simplicity. This app lets you jot down notes, to-dos, or motivational messages and keep them easily accessible. Pin your most important notes to your Home Screen or Lock Screen for constant visibility.

Highlights
  • Single note focus
  • Home Screen widget
  • Lock Screen Live Activity
  • Dynamic Island integration
  • Note archiving and restoration
  • Intentional simplicity
Features
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Mononote helps you focus on one note at a time. Simply open the app and write down anything you want your future self to remember, whether it's a to-do, reminder, or motivational note. Keep it visible on your Home Screen with a widget, or start a Live Activity to pin it to your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island when it's something more urgent. The app is intentionally simple, showing only one active note at a time. Archive or delete it when you're done, and a new blank note is ready for whatever comes next. Archived notes can always be restored if you need them again. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ShutterPrep4 screens
Mononote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mononote at none against ShutterPrep's 3. Mononote also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. ShutterPrep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Mononote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShutterPrep ships an update every 2 months, Mononote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ShutterPrep versus Mononote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShutterPrepMononote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (427 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—94.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—427 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsareBrosTHE DIGITAL MINIMALIST PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ShutterPrep

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$79.99
None

Mononote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShutterPrep free?
ShutterPrep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mononote free?
Mononote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShutterPrep or Mononote have ads?
Neither ShutterPrep nor Mononote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShutterPrep or Mononote?
ShutterPrep ships an update every 2 months, and Mononote every 2 weeks. Most recently, ShutterPrep was updated on November 9, 2026 and Mononote on November 10, 2026.

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