Comparison

Spark Pulse vs Xen Note

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

Head to head
About

Spark Pulse

Features
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Spark Pulse is a focus system built for people who struggle with traditional productivity apps. Most task managers assume you can decide what to do and just execute. For ADHD minds, that assumption breaks every single day. Spark Pulse takes a different approach — it starts with how your brain feels right now, then routes you into the right type of action. HOW IT WORKS Instead of asking "what should you do today?", Spark Pulse asks: how is your brain right now? • High energy → deep, high-impact tasks • Distracted → short activation routines • Overwhelmed → recovery and reset flows FEATURES • Daily brain-state check-in (morning & evening) • Adaptive focus sessions based on your energy state • Routine & calendar system aligned with your cognitive load • Fast idea capture — one tap, done • Behavioral insights: focus, sleep, energy patterns over time • Cloud sync & backup — your data survives reinstalls WHY SPARK PULSE Traditional apps manage tasks. Spark Pulse manages your ability to execute them. Built for variability, not consistency. No streaks. No shame. Just momentum. SUBSCRIPTION 7-day free trial, then: • Monthly: $2.99/month • Yearly: $19.99/year Cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Spark Pulse is a productivity tool and is not a medical device. Terms of Use: https://devbergs.github.io/sparkpulse-website/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://devbergs.github.io/sparkpulse-website/privacy.html

About

Xen Note

Features
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Xen Note Key Features 1. Seamless Cross-Device Sync • Subscribe to sync all your data across devices in real time. • Continue your notes anywhere, on any device. 2. Your Perfect Writing Environment • Write freely with intuitive digital ink and highlighters. • Import and annotate PDFs, images, and documents effortlessly. • Complete your stylish notes with elegant templates and backgrounds. 3. Maximize Work & Study Productivity • Manage projects and schedules with an at-a-glance dashboard. • Record meetings or lectures and sync them with your notes so you never miss a moment. • Quickly find and organize everything with tags and folders. Xen Note Plus (Subscription): Unlock Full Productivity Upgrade to Xen Note and enjoy these features without limits. • Real-Time Cross-Device Sync: Your data syncs instantly across all your devices. Continue your notes wherever you go. • Unlimited Attachments: Remove all limits on audio recordings, images, files, and PDFs. Capture and manage even the largest meeting materials or textbooks. • Unlimited Premium Templates: Choose from a wide range of beautiful premium backgrounds and templates. Create a notebook you'll want to use every day.

Screenshots

Spark Pulse4 screens
Xen Note4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Xen Note at 13.0 against Spark Pulse's 18.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Spark Pulse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Xen Note sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 4 level
Spark Pulse versus Xen Note: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpark PulseXen Note
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB55 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAivis KarlsbergsDYM CRAFT

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Spark Pulse

Subscriptions2
  • Spark Pulse+$2.991 Month
  • Spark Pulse+7 Days trial$17.991 Year
2 purchases

Xen Note

Subscriptions2
  • Xen Note Monthly Membership$1.991 Month
  • Xen Note Yearly Membership$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Spark Pulse free?
Spark Pulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xen Note free?
Xen Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Spark Pulse or Xen Note have ads?
Neither Spark Pulse nor Xen Note shows ads.

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