# Better Notes + Lists and Todos — Organize with hashtags

> Hashtag-based note organizer with list creation and media attachment. (iPhone/iPad app by Better Notes, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/better-notes-plus-lists-and-todos/id980887055 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Better Notes, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/360256774)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 143 App Store ratings · 134 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: Russian, Persian, American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2016-06-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/better-notes-plus-lists-and-todos/id980887055/reviews.md

## What is Better Notes + Lists and Todos?

** As FEATURED by Apple in “New Apps We Love” **

This is a different kind of notes app. Simpler. Smarter. Better.

You can type #hashtags into your notes to organize them.

#hashtags link all the tagged notes together—tap on any to see them all.

We'll find any phone numbers, email addresses, or links in your notes, too, and you can tap on those to call, email, or go to the web.

A dash and then a space makes a list—you can tap the dash later to cross things off.

Attach #photos of things you’d like to remember—receipts, screenshots of directions, shoes in a shoe store. Whatever makes sense for you. Tap little photos to make ‘em bigger. Swipe down on big photos to make ‘em smaller.

We hope this app helps you capture the thoughts that are important to you—thank you so much for giving it a try.

## Key features

- Hashtag organization
- Linked notes via hashtags
- Automatic data extraction (phone, email, links)
- Checklist creation
- Photo attachments
- Tap to interact with extracted data

## What do users think of Better Notes + Lists and Todos?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Extremely fast and quick note-taking
- 👍 Simple, minimalist, intuitive interface
- 🏷️ Hashtag organization system
- 📱 No unnecessary features or clutter
- 💾 Lightweight app with minimal storage
- 🔍 Powerful search functionality
- 📸 Photo attachment support
- ⏰ Reminder notifications
- ✅ Checkbox/to-do list capability
- 💰 Free with no in-app purchases
- 🎯 Perfect for capturing quick ideas
- 📋 Index card-style note viewing

**Cons**

- 🐛 Random note deletion issues
- ❌ No undo/redo functionality
- 🔒 No passcode/security protection
- 📱 Poor iPad optimization
- ☁️ No cloud sync across devices
- 🖊️ No Apple Pencil support
- ⚠️ Lack of developer support
- 📝 No text formatting (bold, italic, underline)
- 🔄 Notes don't sync between iPhone and iPad
- 🐛 Crashes on certain operations
- 📦 No Mac/desktop version
- 🎨 Limited customization options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Notes delete randomly or unexpectedly
- App crashes when deleting notes
- App crashes when resizing sticky notes
- Reminder notifications trigger for deleted notes
- Checkboxes don't stay checked after closing app
- Pinned notes don't stay pinned
- Archive count shows incorrect number
- PDF export crashes the app
- Hashtags don't fully support Chinese characters
- Feature tour notes cannot be deleted
- Notification doesn't open to the specific note
- Notes lost after iCloud backup issues

**Most requested features**

- iCloud synchronization across devices
- iPad version with full optimization
- Passcode/fingerprint security lock
- Undo and redo functionality
- Text formatting options (bold, italic, underline)
- Mac/desktop companion app
- Apple Pencil support
- Widget for quick note creation
- Note color customization
- Organize hashtags into albums/folders
- Dark mode option
- Markdown support
- Web app or browser extension
- Ability to archive notes properly
- Improved reminder functionality
- Swipe-to-delete gesture
- Notification opens specific note
- Checkbox persistence after closing app
- Drag and drop to reorder lines/paragraphs
- Multiple hashtag filtering

## Recent user reviews (10 of 134)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/better-notes-plus-lists-and-todos/id980887055/reviews.md

### 5/5 — wow!💕

*2025-10-30*

Simple and helpful!

### 5/5 — Long time fan

*2025-05-15, version 0.11.3*

I’ve been using this App for many years and just wanted to give some appreciation. Still the best for quick notes. Much thanks to the dev team!

### 5/5 — No in-app purchases, actual normal person sane design

*2025-03-21*

That’s it. I don’t want a “premium plan,” on my notes app. I don’t want to use software that invariably crashes when I try to resize a sticky note. I don’t want a built-in chatbot generative AI. 

This app is somehow the only program in the entire iOS App Store that fulfills all three.

Kudos to the dev team 🙏

### 5/5 — I never review anything

*2024-12-31*

I’ve been using this app for about 5 years instead of the normal notes app. It’s been absolutely game changer. It’s quick. Simple and doesn’t take up a crazy amount of storage. It’s made my life a lot easier and I like being able to open a new section so easily. Thank you guys for making this app!

### 3/5 — No undo or redo feature

*2024-12-14*

Unfortunately, the lack of an undo or redo feature means this app is unusable for me as a note taking app. This may not be an issue on desktop or if Cntrl+Z is available, however this unfortunately is not the case on Ipad. If there is such a feature on Better Notes that I have somehow missed then please inform me & I shall update my review accordingly.

### 5/5 — Fantastically simple and useful!

*2024-11-29, version 0.11.3*

I like it alot ))

### 5/5 — Really quick!

*2024-08-29*

This is a great app because of how simple it is! You open it write your note and boom done! And if you feel like you need a bit of organisation the #tagging system is so perfect! I love this and it’s so useful for jotting down writing ideas, appointment information and any other info I need to get down on a page quickly! I’ve had it for ages and tried heaps of different note taking apps but I keep coming back to Better lol. Thanks for all the hard work on this app!

### 5/5 — Best of all

*2024-04-30*

Simply the best Note app. The end.

### 5/5 — Very handy

*2023-09-18, version 0.11.3*

Very handy notebook. Adding pictures in the notes is great if you specifically need this. 
I like this app a lot. Great for business and study.

### 3/5 — Good

*2023-09-05*

It’s good but needs passcode lock. Someone requested it 6 years ago and they haven’t implemented it yet, but one can hope.

## Frequently asked questions about Better Notes + Lists and Todos

### What does Better Notes + Lists and Todos do?

This app is designed for organizing notes and lists using a unique hashtag system. You can type hashtags into your notes to link them together, making it easy to find related information. It also identifies phone numbers, email addresses, and web links within your notes, allowing you to interact with them directly.

### How do I organize my notes with hashtags?

Simply type a '#' followed by your desired keyword into any note. For example, '#work' or '#groceries'. All notes containing the same hashtag will be automatically linked. Tapping on a hashtag will display all associated notes, creating a connected web of your thoughts and tasks.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted and straightforward organizational experience.

### Can I add photos to my notes?

Yes, you can attach photos to your notes. This is useful for remembering visual information like receipts, screenshots, or product images. You can tap on the attached photos to view them larger and swipe down to minimize them.

### What kind of lists can I create?

You can create simple checklists within your notes. By typing a dash followed by a space ('- '), you initiate a list item. You can then tap on these list items to mark them as completed, helping you track tasks and to-dos.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.11.3 — 2023-05-10

- we fixed a bug in our lists (thanks Emily!)

### 0.11.2 — 2022-01-06

- we fixed a bug that prevented some users from importing notes on new devices. Thanks Jamie!

### 0.11.1 — 2021-09-24

- updates to work great with iOS 15
- iPhone 12 and 13 users should notice a better experience when searching for note!

### 0.11.0 — 2019-12-11

- Search multiple hashtags at once--perfect for finding all those #mom #gifts
- Your archived notes now automatically cancel their reminders.
- Fixes a few bugs. Please keep writing us at support @ betternotesapp to let us know how you use Better Notes, and how it can be even better.

### 0.10.0 — 2019-11-26

- Dark mode is here!  We've completely redesigned every corner of Better Notes to work great in dark mode. Please keep telling us how you like to use Better Notes, and we'll keep the updates coming!

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