# QuickNotes X vs SuperNotes Note Taking App

The clearest difference is monetization model: QuickNotes X at free with in-app purchases against SuperNotes Note Taking App's subscription. QuickNotes X also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 614). SuperNotes Note Taking App's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickNotes X sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and SuperNotes Note Taking App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SuperNotes Note Taking App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickNotes X has 3.8K ratings behind it against 614, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of QuickNotes X's written reviews are positive against 41% of SuperNotes Note Taking App's.

QuickNotes X ships an update every 5 weeks, SuperNotes Note Taking App every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickNotes X | SuperNotes Note Taking App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quicknotes-x-notes-ai-and-pdf/id1021085778/reviews) | **[4.7 (614 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supernotes-note-taking-app/id1623606778/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 614 |
| Positive reviews | 38.0% of reviews | **41.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 354 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alessandro Sassi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493314059) | [Rocket Apps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566586717) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickNotes X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quicknotes-x-notes-ai-and-pdf/id1021085778)

This app offers a fluid and precise note-taking experience with a custom vector ink engine, voice recording synced to writing, and ML-powered shape recognition. Organize notes with notebooks and folders, protect them with passwords and biometrics, and sync seamlessly across devices via iCloud. Mark up PDFs and presentations, and customize your notes with various tools and templates.

**Highlights:** Vector ink engine for fluid writing, Voice recording synced to notes, ML-powered shape recognition, Notebook and folder organization, Password and biometric protection, PDF and presentation annotation, iCloud sync across devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cloud & ML Pack | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| Covers Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Templates Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| QuickNotes X AI: 50000 Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| QuickNotes X AI: 100000 Tokens | $1.99 | one-time |
| Notebooks & Folders Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tools Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| QuickNotes X AI: 300000 Tokens | $3.99 | one-time |
| QuickNotes X Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| QuickNotes X AI: 500000 Tokens | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Intuitive and easy to use
- 📚 Helpful for organizing notes
- 🎨 Variety of paper templates and pens
- 🔊 Voice recording feature
- ⚡️ Smooth writing experience with Apple Pencil

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited functionality without paying for pro version
- 🐛 Glitches, crashes, and data loss issues
- 💭 Handwriting can appear blurry or distorted
- 🖋️ Lack of palm rejection when writing
- 📁 Inability to reorder or move pages

**Reported bugs**

- Notes randomly disappearing or becoming corrupted
- Pen input not registering correctly or lagging
- Unexpected page flipping or navigation issues
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Add text typing option for those with poor handwriting
- Implement cloud sync and cross-device access
- Include more customization options like templates and colors
- Improve shape recognition and drawing tools
- Allow rearranging and organizing of pages/notebooks


### SuperNotes Note Taking App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supernotes-note-taking-app/id1623606778)

Transform your device into a digital notebook for handwritten notes and PDF annotation. Utilize Apple Pencil for drawing, sketching, and adding various objects. Organize and share your work seamlessly.

**Highlights:** Handwritten note-taking, PDF import and annotation, Apple Pencil support, Drawing and sketching tools, Layers for object management, Template library, iCloud sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rocket Apps Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps Membership | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great for taking notes
- 👍 Useful for drawing and adding pictures
- 👍 Helpful for school and college

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- 🐛 Notes randomly deleting
- 💰 Requires payment for more features
- 🚫 Account required to use app

**Reported bugs**

- Lag when using Apple Pencil
- Notes disappearing after closing the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to view multiple notes at once
- Option to minimize pen sidebar
- Improved PDF annotation performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickNotes X free?

QuickNotes X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SuperNotes Note Taking App free?

SuperNotes Note Taking App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QuickNotes X or SuperNotes Note Taking App?

SuperNotes Note Taking App is rated higher. QuickNotes X averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while SuperNotes Note Taking App averages 4.7 from 614 ratings.

### Do QuickNotes X or SuperNotes Note Taking App have ads?

SuperNotes Note Taking App shows ads; QuickNotes X does not.

### Which is updated more often, QuickNotes X or SuperNotes Note Taking App?

QuickNotes X ships an update every 5 weeks, and SuperNotes Note Taking App every 10 days. Most recently, QuickNotes X was updated on September 23, 2026 and SuperNotes Note Taking App on September 22, 2026.

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