# wNote

> Apple Watch note-taking app with optional iPhone sync and geofencing. (iPhone/iPad app by casey CHESNUT.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wnote/id1178476381 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [casey CHESNUT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037721734)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-11-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wnote/id1178476381/reviews.md

## What is wNote?

wNote is made to allow you to take a quick note on your Apple Watch when your iPhone isn't reachable. e.g. I use it at the gym when my iPhone is in a locker and disconnected from my Apple Watch. I also use it to privately scribble a quick note on my Apple Watch without having to use dictation.

You can use the Apple Watch app to take notes without using the iPhone app at all. The iPhone app (optionally) allows you to choose between Location Notifications or Event Reminders. If you choose to use Reminders, then notes created on your Apple Watch will sync to the Reminders app on your iPhone. The iPhone app (optionally) allows you to set a geofence location. If you create a note on your Apple Watch when you are outside of the geofence, it will attempt to notify you when you return to the geofence. e.g. If I create a note at the gym, then I'll receive a notification (or reminder) of the note when I return home. 

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Quick note-taking on Apple Watch
- Sync notes to iPhone Reminders
- Location-based notifications
- Private note scribbling
- No iPhone needed for basic use

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wnote/id1178476381/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Very promising, but not ready yet

*2019-12-09*

The Watch side of the app works brilliantly. It takes and saves notes either spoken into the Watch or scribbled onto the screen letter by letter. The voice and writing recognition are Apple standard and really tremendous. One small point is that the microphone icon is missing from the button. 

Sadly, I cannot get synchronisation with the iPhone to work at all. Consequently I have no way of copying the notes into other apps on the phone. 

The Reminders app both on the phone and the watch remains ignorant of notes I have made. Location Notification on the phone finds my zip code on a map, but nothing more - there is no confirmation message when I have added the address, so I think the information is not getting through. I was not notified when I reached my address, even though notifications were turned on. I am hoping this is a correctable glitch. 

Using the Reminders app on its own, you can do this kind of note entry already with just one screen press more. With one press less you can do the dictation using One Press. For me, the wNote compromise would be perfect if it worked, particularly as you can add it as a Complication to the watch faces.

### 5/5 — Great note taking app

*2019-09-26*

Love this watch app! Scribble your notes or quickly tap and your voice records the note.  Simple! It even time and date stamps. Deleting a note is a snap. Says that the notes sync with the reminders app on iPhone, but can’t get it to do that. Not a deal breaker, because having notes on my watch is where I need the notes to stay. Don’t hesitate spending the $1.00

### 4/5 — Great app but

*2016-11-24*

All you need for 5th star is to fix the 'large complication' on the 'modular' watch face so it shows first few words of a note or from 2 or 3 notes. Also add a badge counter to the iphone app to show number of notes. It is one thing to take the note but you need to see it later to action it. The scribble function will be good for taking notes in the shower when too much noise for siri dictation. Problem is that the geofence(if set to home) wont trigger when out if shower so that is why I'm suggesting improvements above.

## Frequently asked questions about wNote

### How does wNote sync notes?

wNote can sync notes created on your Apple Watch to the Reminders app on your iPhone. This feature is optional and configured within the iPhone app.

### Can I use wNote without an iPhone?

Yes, you can take notes directly on the Apple Watch app without needing your iPhone. The iPhone app offers additional features like reminders and geofencing.

### What are the geofencing features in wNote?

The iPhone app allows you to set a geofence. If you create a note on your Apple Watch outside this area, wNote can notify you when you return to the geofenced location.

### Does wNote have ads?

No, wNote does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application.

### What is the price of wNote?

wNote is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### What devices does wNote support?

wNote is compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod.

### How often is wNote updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was released on March 8, 2022. Updates typically occur to improve functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for wNote?

wNote has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2022-03-08

Rewritten with SwiftUI

### 1.5 — 2019-01-02

Crash fix for Series 2/3 complications.

### 1.4 — 2018-12-11

Add graphic complications for Apple Watch Series 4
Removed Crashlytics

### 1.3 — 2018-09-19

Bug fixes.
Refactored to new/updated code frameworks.

### 1.2 — 2017-04-18

Renamed from WatchNote to wNote.
Fix for modular large complication.
Fix for address search.

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