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Notch Now vs ScribeXP

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Notch Now compared with ScribeXP
DetailNotch Now logo Notch NowScribeXP logo ScribeXP
What it doesA Mac notch app for saving files, links, images and text for later The hero acts. The scribe records.
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inAU US
Pricing modelNot given Freemium
PricingNot given Free: $0 with 3 daily quests, all levels and ranks, verification and Quest Crossing arcade. Pro: $7.99/month or $44.99/year with up to 10 daily quests, bigger combos, Pro outfits and cosmetics, plus 7-day free trial.
Key features
  • Drag files, links, images and text to the notch or use keyboard shortcuts
  • Quick Look preview for saved items
  • Add notes and set reminders for items
  • Support for files up to 250 MB
  • Done and Later sections for organizing items
  • Keyboard shortcuts for all actions
  • Local storage with no cloud sync
  • Optional lock for inbox privacy
  • Apple Health integration for fitness quest verification
  • In-app focus timer that pauses when you leave the app
  • In-app photo verification for quests
  • 100 levels across six ranks from Recruit to Unbreakable
  • Customizable pixel-art hero with classes and cosmetics
  • Quest Crossing arcade game for breaks
  • Combo multiplier system for consecutive perfect days
  • No account needed, all data stored locally on iPhone
  • Verified XP vs self-reported XP distinction
  • Check-in reminders and streak tracking
What makes it different
  • Everything stays on your Mac with no account, cloud sync or data collection
  • Seamless integration with macOS notch or top-center tray on other displays
  • Fast drag-and-drop with instant disk writing before UI confirmation
  • Minimal permissions with read-only clipboard access
  • Optional reminders with native notification banners
  • Verified quests require real proof through Apple Health, focus timer or in-app photos, not just user claims
  • No account or server, all data stays on your iPhone
  • No ads ever and no data selling
  • Comprehensive verification through multiple sources including Apple Watch support
  • Gaming elements with persistent progression through 100 levels and unlockable cosmetics
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)8 −1 (down) since last check23 −4 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)017
Referring domains (Majestic)02

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