# Bamboo Paper > Digital notebook for notes, sketches, and drawings with custom colors and photo annotation. (iPhone/iPad app by Wacom Europe GmbH.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bamboo-paper/id443131313 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Wacom Europe GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/441078963) - Category: Productivity, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 646 App Store ratings · 271 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 92 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, European Portuguese, Russian and 3 more - Released: 2011-06-16 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bamboo-paper/id443131313/reviews.md ## What is Bamboo Paper? Turn your iPad into a paper notebook and capture your ideas everywhere, anytime. Taking notes, sketching, and drawing is as straightforward and simple as using real pen and paper.  CREATE YOUR OWN COLORS  Set any color and create a custom color palette with 36 color swatches. Express your creativity with all possible colors.  ANNOTATE WITH PHOTOS Enrich your notes or journal with photos. Add images or photos to your page and sketch or write on top.  ADD TINIEST DETAILS   With our unique zoom function, you can draw or write fine lines and fit more notes onto the page.  GET YOUR IDEAS FURTHER   Activate the free Inkspace Plus features in your Bamboo Paper app (Wacom ID required) to automatically sync and access your sketches and notes from anywhere, at any time, across all your devices. Easily export and share your ideas in different file formats, such as .psd, .svg, and rich text. And collaborate on a real-time canvas with others – no matter where you are.  CAPTURE YOUR IDEAS WITH A BAMBOO STYLUS  For the best result and experience, use Bamboo Paper together with a Bamboo Stylus. For advanced note-taking or sketching, try the thin-tip pressure sensitive stylus products from Wacom: Bamboo Stylus fineline and sketch.  START ON PAPER WITH A BAMBOO SMARTPAD Prefer to start on real paper? Capture your ideas with pen on paper on the new Bamboo Folio or Slate by Wacom and digitally shape and refine them later in Bamboo Paper. EXPRESS YOURSELF NATURALLY Bamboo Paper now supports tilt*, so every stroke looks authentic. It detects the angle of the pen so you can express yourself in the most realistic way. *Depends on pen and device capability. ## Key features - Custom color palettes - Annotate with photos - Zoom function for detail - Cross-device syncing - Real-time collaboration - Tilt support for natural strokes ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Full version | $1.99 | one-time | | Pencil Tool | $0.99 | one-time | | Waterbrush Tool | $0.99 | one-time | | Brush Pen Tool | $0.99 | one-time | | Crayon Tool | $0.99 | one-time | | Writer Notebook | $0.99 | one-time | | Artist Notebook | $0.99 | one-time | | Creative Pack | $3.99 | one-time | | Maker Notebook | $0.99 | one-time | | Creative Pack Discount | $2.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Bamboo Paper? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 💯 Excellent note-taking app - 🖋️ Smooth writing experience with stylus - 🎨 Variety of paper and pen styles - 📁 Organized notebook system - 🔒 Secure with password protection **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes and compatibility issues with iOS updates - 🤚 Poor palm rejection and accidental input - 🔍 Limited zoom and page navigation features - 💰 Paid features should be included for free - 🔄 Sync and backup issues **Commonly reported bugs** - Crashes when opening the app - Inability to restore purchases - Sync issues causing data loss - Incompatibility with newer iPad models **Most requested features** - Add layers and text editing capabilities - Improve palm rejection and wrist support - Implement more advanced organization tools - Provide better cloud sync and backup options - Expand color, brush, and paper style options ## Recent user reviews (10 of 271) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bamboo-paper/id443131313/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Abandoned *2025-11-17, version 2.20.2* This app has been abandoned by the developers for 2 years. No updates, no nothing. Badly in need of updating. What’s up, Bamboo? ### 5/5 — Still the best after 15 years! *2025-10-03, version 2.20.2* It does exactly what it should do and nothing more. Simple elegant fast and clean note pad for Apple Pencil or wacoms stylus. Cannot beat it! ### 3/5 — PLEASE ADD PALM REJECTION *2024-11-13, version 2.20.2* I love the app and writing feel is different from any app that's out there. But it's very annoying that it doesn't have a palm rejection. I request you to please add. ### 1/5 — Abandoned *2024-11-05, version 2.20.2* This app has been abandoned by the developers for over a year. No updates, no nothing. Badly in need of updating. ### 5/5 — Great note taking app *2024-08-04, version 2.20.2* I like the integration with the Dropbox and other storage devices. Writing is simple and I am glad it’s still around. ### 1/5 — Unable to unlock notebook!! *2024-04-20, version 2.20.2* I just made a MASTERPIECE but I accidentally put a passcode on it, now I can’t get into it at all!! Please help me !!!!!!! ### 1/5 — Waste of time u never be able to read what u ve wrote *2024-03-30, version 2.20.2* It was good then I don’t know what happened, Before updating and after updating every page I opened showed what I ve already written then all of it turned white and my notes vanished. Really disappointed I don’t know from where can I get the info I ve noted before:/ what a waste ### 5/5 — Simple is the best *2023-11-04, version 2.20.2* I’ve been using this wonderful app since it came out. Where other apps changed their apps into oo many details this one stayed simple.I find myself making me-inspiration booklets with images or phrases and words for titles etc. You might try typing up captions on a transparent backdrop of vintage paoers. Please, just don't take away the little books like another major app did. And thanks for not making us put them on a silly faux bookcase. I wouldn’t mind a few black covers. ### 5/5 — Todays update. *2023-11-03, version 2.20.2* You changed how the pages turn…please change it back 🫤 More like a steno pad than a booklet this way. 🤔 ### 1/5 — what went wrong? *2023-09-10, version 2.20.0* have loved and used this for yrs, suddenly the max 5 photo gallery or camera images u can load per page are missing their X button when held meaning u can’t delete them :( this ruins the app despite the obvious workaround of deleting the page and rebuilding…so who ever did update v2.20.0 needs to get on the case asap cos instead of fixing bugs, you’ve added a major one! ## Frequently asked questions about Bamboo Paper ### What is Bamboo Paper? Bamboo Paper is an application that transforms your device into a digital notebook. It allows you to take notes, sketch, and draw with a natural feel, similar to using pen and paper. You can create custom colors, add images to your pages, and use a zoom function for detailed work. ### What are the key features of Bamboo Paper? Key features include the ability to create custom color palettes with 36 swatches, annotate notes with photos by sketching or writing on top of them, and a zoom function for drawing fine lines and fitting more content on a page. It also offers cross-device syncing, export options in various file formats, and real-time collaboration. ### How much does Bamboo Paper cost? The app itself is free to download and use. However, it offers in-app purchases for additional features and functionalities, such as Inkspace Plus, which provides automatic syncing and advanced sharing options. ### What devices is Bamboo Paper compatible with? The app is designed for devices like iPads and is optimized for use with styluses, particularly Wacom's Bamboo Stylus and pressure-sensitive styluses for advanced features. Compatibility with tilt support depends on the specific pen and device capabilities. ### What are common use cases for Bamboo Paper? Common use cases include taking quick notes during meetings or lectures, sketching ideas on the go, creating digital artwork, journaling, and annotating documents or images. It's also useful for students and professionals who prefer a digital yet natural writing and drawing experience. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.20.2 — 2023-11-03 Bug fixes and improvements ### 2.20.1 — 2023-10-20 Bug fixes ### 2.20.0 — 2023-08-10 Bug fixes ### 2.18.6 — 2023-03-17 Bug fixes ### 2.18.5 — 2022-10-31 Bug fixes ## Apps similar to Bamboo Paper | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Notes Writer - Note Taking](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-writer-note-taking/id1423643723) | 4.5 (7,217) | Free | Productivity | | [Work Timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/work-timer/id1486104900) | — | Free | Productivity | | [Tempo Goal Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tempo-goal-tracker/id1492871980) | — | Free | Productivity | | [Flexcil Note & Good PDF Reader](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flexcil-note-and-good-pdf-reader/id1531466462) | 4.4 (377) | Free | Productivity | | [Charcoal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charcoal/id1490279484) | 4.5 (143) | Free | Productivity | | [QuickNotes X: Notes, AI & PDF](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quicknotes-x-notes-ai-and-pdf/id1021085778) | 4.3 (3,708) | Free | Productivity | ## More apps by Wacom Europe GmbH - [sign pro PDF](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sign-pro-pdf/id932419666) - [Wacom Inkspace App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wacom-inkspace-app/id1029007767) All apps by Wacom Europe GmbH: https://appshunter.io/developer/441078963 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*