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HushNotes vs NotchStar

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HushNotes compared with NotchStar
DetailHushNotes logo HushNotesNotchStar logo NotchStar
What it doesMac sticky notes that float above every app and stay out of screen shares Native Mac control center in the notch with clipboard, files, media, calendar, timers and more
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelPaid Paid
Pricing$9.99 one-time purchase $4 USD once, one license for up to 3 Macs, 7 day free trial, 7 day refund policy
Key features
  • Capture text from any app with one keyboard shortcut
  • Floating notes that work on full-screen apps
  • Notes automatically hidden from screen shares and screenshots
  • Hide all notes instantly with one key
  • Lock individual notes with Touch ID or password
  • All notes searchable in one place
  • Markdown support with live preview
  • Customizable paper designs and opacity levels
  • iCloud sync between Macs
  • Connect coding tools with local MCP endpoint
  • Clipboard history with search for text, links, images and files
  • File shelf with AirDrop support
  • Now playing controls and artwork
  • Calendar and reminders at a glance
  • Timer, stopwatch and Pomodoro with session tracking
  • Teleprompter with scrolling script
  • Camera mirror for video calls
  • System stats monitoring CPU, memory, disk and network
  • Disk management and cleanup tools
  • Quick notes scratchpad always accessible
What makes it different
  • Notes stay hidden from screen shares and screenshots by default
  • No account or cloud server required; notes stored only on your Mac
  • Pay once forever with free updates; no subscription
  • Floats above full-screen apps including in all Spaces
  • Access from coding tools is read-only and requires explicit approval
  • Native macOS design with system controls and accessibility support
  • Privacy-first with no account or data collection by default
  • Works on Macs without notch with floating pill interface
  • Lightweight native menu bar app with no Dock icon
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)20 +2 (up) since last check5 +3 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)112
Citation Flow (Majestic)1917
Referring domains (Majestic)233

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