QuickNotes Recall vs FixLog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
QuickNotes Recall
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QuickNotes Recall turns anything worth knowing into something you'll never forget, using the same memory science that top students, language learners, and memory champions rely on every day. Whether you're learning names at work, studying for an exam, picking up a new language, or just trying to remember the things that matter, QuickNotes Recall makes it effortless to do it right. HOW IT WORKS The app is built around two scientifically proven learning methods: Spaced Repetition: After every review, QuickNotes Recall calculates the perfect next review date automatically. Cards you know well come back weeks later. Cards you're still learning come back sooner. Over time, your sessions shrink while your retention grows. The Interleaving Method: Instead of drilling one topic at a time, review sessions mix your categories automatically. Research consistently shows that interleaved practice produces dramatically better long-term retention than blocked study. THE ANCHOR: YOUR SECRET WEAPON Every card has an Anchor field, a place for a vivid image, a funny story, or a personal mnemonic. Built-in coaching with category-specific examples helps you craft anchors that actually work. Most apps skip this. It's the single biggest factor in whether something sticks. FEATURES Spaced Repetition Engine: Rate each card as Remembered, Unsure, or Forgot and the schedule adjusts automatically. Interleaved Review Sessions: All categories mixed together for maximum retention. Anchor Coaching: Tap the lightbulb for guided examples tailored to your category. Bulk Import: Paste a list, open a CSV, or share text from another app. Contact Import: Bring in names straight from a vCard (.vcf) or a Google Contacts CSV export. Duplicate Detection: Bulk imports flag likely duplicates before you commit them. Undo Last Rating: Truly reverses your last rating, schedule and all. Smart Queue Management: Updated engine fallbacks guarantee a smooth, reliable review queue whether you have a minimal library or are studying thousands of cards. Session Limits: Set a daily card cap so your queue never feels overwhelming. Daily Goals & Lifetime Streaks: Set a review target and watch your lifetime streak build to celebrate your long-term consistency. Gentle Reminders: An optional daily notification that only nudges you when cards are actually due. Tags & Categories: Fully customizable with your own field labels, tags, and search. JSON & CSV Backup: Export your full library any time, plus automatic daily on-device snapshots. Restore on a new device instantly. Practice Mode: Drill any category without affecting your review schedule. Customizable Appearance: Light, dark, or system theme with custom accent colors. YOUR PRIVACY, GUARANTEED QuickNotes Recall collects absolutely nothing. No account. No sign-up. No analytics. No ads. Everything stays on your device. It never touches a server. WHAT YOU CAN LEARN People & Names Β· Languages & Vocabulary Β· History & Dates Β· Science & Formulas Β· Study & Exam Prep Β· Professional Knowledge Β· Arts & Culture Β· Anything with a custom category Free. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases. No catch. The primary adjustments were made in the features list to integrate the 1.0.2 updates. "Daily Goals & Streaks" now highlights the new lifetime tracking, and a new "Smart Queue Management" bullet was added to showcase the improved fallbacks for both minimal and extreme use cases without getting overly technical.
FixLog
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Ever fixed something, then six months later had to fix it again β and couldnβt remember how you did it the first time? FixLog is your personal runbook for everyday life. Document anything youβve figured out β fixing a network issue, setting up a new device, troubleshooting a appliance, or walking through any multi-step process β with step-by-step instructions and inline screenshots right where you need them. Document It Once. Find It Fast. Add procedures in minutes with a clean, simple editor. Break down any fix into numbered steps and attach screenshots directly to the step they belong to β no more hunting through your photo library trying to remember what that screenshot was for. Find It When You Need It Search across everything β titles, descriptions, and step text β so you can find exactly what youβre looking for. Organize with tags and filter your library with a single tap. Share and Archive Export any procedure to a clean, professional PDF complete with steps and screenshots. Share it with someone else or save it for your own records.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: QuickNotes Recall at 13.0 against FixLog's 18.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | QuickNotes Recall | FixLog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryan Bair | TODD LAYNE REDDINGER |
In-app purchases
QuickNotes Recall
No in-app purchases
FixLog
No in-app purchases









