Retro Desktop Notes vs Noted Note
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Retro Desktop Notes
Experience a nostalgic note-taking app that brings the charm of classic desktop computers to your mobile device. Enjoy a distraction-free writing experience with retro themes and essential organizational tools.
- Retro desktop themes
- Fast and simple editor
- Automatic saving
- Pin important notes
- Instant search
- Trash with restore
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Bring the charm of classic desktop computers to your pocket. Retro Memo is a nostalgic note-taking app inspired by vintage desktop operating systems. Designed for people who love retro interfaces, pixel-perfect details, and distraction-free writing. Instead of overwhelming you with unnecessary features, Retro Memo focuses on what matters most: writing, organizing, and enjoying the experience. FEATURES • Three beautiful retro desktop themes - Classic 95 - Platinum Mono - Luna Blue • Fast and simple note editor • Automatic saving • Pin important notes • Instant search • Sort your notes • Trash with restore support • Pixel-inspired desktop icons • Classic window interface • Retro typography • Privacy-friendly local storage NO SUBSCRIPTIONS. ONE-TIME PURCHASE. Whether you're capturing ideas, creating shopping lists, or writing quick reminders, Retro Memo makes every note feel like you're using a classic desktop computer again. A nostalgic experience, redesigned for modern iPhone.
Noted Note
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Noted Note makes quick notes feel handmade. Write in a calm, distraction-free composer. Add doodles, scratch out words instead of simply deleting them, and choose the paper, ink, and handwriting that fit the thought. Your notes stay on your device by default. The optional one-time ‘whole drawer’ purchase unlocks every paper, pen, handwriting style, and iCloud sync. There are no subscriptions and no Noted Note account. Features: • Handwriting-inspired notes • Drawing-first composer with movable doodles and photos • Scratch-out editing • Four handwriting choices and multiple inks • Paper themes for different moods • Search across your notes • Local storage by default • Optional private iCloud sync • One-time purchase with Restore Purchases Privacy Policy: https://walnut-burst-160.notion.site/Noted-Note-Privacy-Policy-3a93971e7add8199a7e4d91c688d6069 Terms and Conditions: https://walnut-burst-160.notion.site/Noted-Note-Terms-of-Use-3a93971e7add80428a0fdaad90470a72 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Retro Desktop Notes at 17.0 against Noted Note's 26.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Retro Desktop Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Noted Note sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Retro Desktop Notes | Noted Note |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MARIE MORIKAGE | Jerry Munyoka Nkongolo |
In-app purchases
Retro Desktop Notes
- Retroプレミアム$1.99
Noted Note
- the whole drawer$2.99
