FlashNotion vs BrainBuffer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
FlashNotion
Streamline your Notion data entry with auto-generated forms and quick access via home screen widgets. This app allows for offline input and supports multiple workspaces, ensuring efficient data management on the go.
- Auto-generated input forms from Notion properties
- Home and lock screen widgets for one-tap access
- Offline data entry with automatic syncing
- Support for multiple Notion workspaces
- Customizable default values for fields
- Enhanced privacy with on-device data storage
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FlashNotion is a dedicated data entry app for Notion databases. Just pick a database, and an optimized input form is auto-generated from its properties. Speed up entries for daily logs, work reports, CRM records, reading lists, and any Notion database. AUTO-GENERATED FORMS Reads your database properties and builds the perfect input UI. Supports 14+ property types: text, numbers, dates, select, multi-select, status, relation, people, files, and more. HOME & LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS Pin your favorite forms to your home screen or lock screen for one-tap access. Jump straight to data entry without even opening the app. OFFLINE MODE Enter data anywhere โ even without internet. Entries are saved locally and automatically synced to Notion when you're back online. MULTIPLE WORKSPACES Manage work and personal Notion workspaces in a single app. Access all your forms without switching accounts. DEFAULT VALUES Set default values for any field. Auto-fill today's date, pre-select a status, or set template text โ eliminate repetitive input. PRIVACY & SECURITY All data is stored exclusively on your device โ nothing is sent to external servers. Zero risk of data leaks. Your data stays yours. DARK MODE Fully supports both light and dark mode. Automatically adapts to your system settings. PERFECT FOR โข Daily logs, work reports, and meeting notes in Notion โข Quick data entry on the go โ from sales visits to field work โข Task management and habit tracking with Notion databases โข Anyone who wants a faster way to add to Notion PRICING โข Free: Up to 1 form โข Pro: Unlimited forms ($1.99/month, $19.99/year, or $29.99 lifetime) If you use Notion, upgrade your data entry with FlashNotion. Terms of Use: https://flashnotion.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://flashnotion.com/privacy_policy
BrainBuffer
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Your brain isn't built for holding onto things. BrainBuffer is. Open the app, type a thought, tap send. That's it โ no folders to choose, no categories to pick, no setup standing between you and getting something out of your head. Simply effective. CAPTURE WITHOUT FRICTION Just type. BrainBuffer strips away every extra step between having a thought and having it safely out of your head. DATES THAT WRITE THEMSELVES Type "call mom tomorrow" or "email the client in three days" and BrainBuffer picks up the timing automatically โ no date picker required. Need something more specific? Tap the calendar icon to set an exact time instead. A LIST THAT SORTS ITSELF Unfinished thoughts float to the top. Pinned ones lead the pack. Anything scheduled soonest comes first. You never have to organize anything โ open the app and the most important thing is already waiting at the top. SEE YOUR DAY AT A GLANCE Switch to Timeline view to see everything grouped into Overdue, Today, Tomorrow, This Week, and Later โ a clear shape for your day without lifting a finger. REMINDERS THAT ACT, NOT JUST ALERT When something comes due, BrainBuffer lets you know โ and you can snooze it an hour, push it to tomorrow, or mark it done right from the notification. No need to even open the app. ALWAYS ON YOUR HOME SCREEN Add the BrainBuffer widget to see your latest thoughts without unlocking your phone. STAYS WITH YOU Turn on iCloud Sync and your buffer follows you across every device signed into your iCloud account. Prefer to keep everything local? Turn it off anytime โ your data, your call. MADE TO GET OUT OF YOUR WAY Pick your accent color, choose light or dark mode, and switch between List and Timeline views โ BrainBuffer adapts to you, not the other way around. BrainBuffer isn't trying to be a project manager or a life-organization system. It's the fastest possible path from "I need to remember this" to "it's handled." Empty your brain. Trust the buffer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrainBuffer at none against FlashNotion's 3. FlashNotion's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. FlashNotion sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BrainBuffer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | FlashNotion | BrainBuffer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Monetization | Freemium | โ |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad โ better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 โ better | 26.4 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MAKASETE, Inc | David Bleidt |
In-app purchases
FlashNotion
- Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$11.99
BrainBuffer
No in-app purchases
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