Best Simple Notepad alternatives: apps like Simple Notepad -BestNote-

Whether you want more options like Simple Notepad or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

KobCard by KOB MARKETING

Gift Card Information Platform

4.1(392 ratings)

Free

KobCard is a comprehensive gift card information platform that offers real-time exchange rates, price calculations, and the latest news on gift cards. It serves as a one-stop destination for individuals looking to buy, sell, or stay informed about the world of gift cards.

Top Alternatives to Simple Notepad

Simple Notes - Notepad Manager by Komorebi Inc.

Organize notes with folders

Editor's Choice

4.7😊(791 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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This app helps you easily write, organize, and find notes. Attach images, use color-coded folders, and sort notes by date or title. Protect your entries with a passcode and customize the look with themes and fonts.

What We Love

👍 Simple and easy to use
📁 Folder organization and color-coding
🔒 Password protection
💡 Useful for school and work notes
🚀 Fast and responsive

Room to Improve

🔒 Lack of iCloud sync
📐 Limited formatting options (no bold, italics, etc.)
🎨 Default folder color cannot be changed
🔍 No alphabetical sorting for folders

Secure Notepad by Dmytro Vynokurov

Private Notes with Password

Strong Contender

4.7😊(13K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Securely store personal notes, contacts, and passwords with password protection. Features a simple interface, biometric unlock options, and password recovery. Keep your sensitive information private and organized.

What We Love

🔒 Password protection
🔒 Security question for password recovery
👍 Simple and easy to use
🚀 Straightforward note-taking
🔒 Prevents others from accessing private notes

Room to Improve

💰 Paid version required for more than 3 notes
🐛 Notes disappearing or not syncing across devices
🐛 Password/security question issues
🔒 Lack of customization options

Plain Note: Notes Widget by Monelyze Inc.

Simple Notepad for Quick Memos

Worth Considering

Customizable fonts, notes

4.6😐(1.1K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

A straightforward, text-only notepad for quickly capturing thoughts, memos, and drafts. Organize notes with customizable tags and access them easily via home and lock screen widgets. Offers optional iCloud sync and extensive customization through in-app purchases.

What We Love

👍 Simple and clean design
💡 One-time payment model
🚀 Beautifully designed notes app
🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
👍 Customizable tags and icons
👍 Useful for basic note-taking

Room to Improve

🐛 Notes sometimes don't save properly
🐛 Slow and unreliable synchronization
❌ No text formatting options (bold, italics, etc.)
❌ No ability to insert photos or videos
❌ No option to export notes
❌ Ads on every page

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mimi – Cute notes

Cute note themesCustomizable text stylingCheckable to-do lists

Personalize your notes with a variety of cute themes and customizable text styles. Organize your thoughts into notebooks, create to-do lists, and format text with lists and special character recognition. Unlock premium stickers with a subscription.

(8K)

freemium

Noto - Elegant Note

Modern writing app

Powerful text editing toolsUnlimited attachments (Pro)Dark mode

A modern writing and note-taking application offering powerful text editing tools and extensive organization features. It supports unlimited attachments and various export formats, with optional Pro features for enhanced functionality. Syncs seamlessly across devices.

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Notebook - Diary & Journal App

Daily Notes, Lock & iCloud

Daily notes on one pageSearchable past entriesPasscode and biometric lock

This app lets you record daily notes and diary entries, viewing them together on a single page. It offers search, passcode protection, and iCloud sync for easy organization and access. Core features are free, with an option to remove ads via a one-time purchase.

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Quick, easy note, private lock

n+otes

Quick note-takingPrivate note lockAd-free experience (subscription)

Capture thoughts and ideas instantly with a simple interface. Secure your notes with a private lock feature. Optional subscription removes ads and supports development.

(45K)

Notes and Folders - Notepad

Folder Notes, Photos & Lock

Nested folder organizationAttach multiple photos to notesPasscode lock with Face/Touch ID

Organize your thoughts and memories with this note-taking app. Create nested folders for notes and photos, lock sensitive entries with a passcode, and easily search your content. It also includes a built-in web browser for capturing online information.

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Simple notes, todos and memos

Simplenote

Simple note-taking experienceCross-device syncingCollaboration and sharing

Capture ideas, create to-do lists, and jot down thoughts effortlessly. Organize your notes with tags and pins, and find them instantly with search. Your content syncs across all devices for free, ensuring it's always accessible.

(4.3K)

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End-to-end encrypted notes

Standard Notes

End-to-end encryptionCross-device syncingOffline access

Securely capture and sync your thoughts across all devices with end-to-end encryption. This app offers a simple, lasting place for all your notes, from personal thoughts to sensitive information, with robust privacy features.

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