# Task Writer vs Note X

The clearest difference is rating: Note X at 4.6 against Task Writer's 3.0. Note X also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). Task Writer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Task Writer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $25.99 per year and Note X sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Note X holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 23 respectively.

Task Writer ships an update every 3 months, Note X every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on August 15, 2026 and July 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Task Writer | Note X |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-writer-touch-or-stylus/id1033888067/reviews) | **[4.6 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-x-notepad/id1673667097/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **23** |
| Positive reviews | 53.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joshua Lubins](https://appshunter.io/developer/962417660) | [受杰 柯](https://appshunter.io/developer/1634142370) |

## What reviewers say

### Task Writer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-writer-touch-or-stylus/id1033888067)

Handwrite tasks, to-do lists, or even draw them as pictures without needing a keyboard. Get precise minute-by-minute notifications for due dates. Works with a stylus or your finger.

**Highlights:** Handwritten input, Draw tasks as pictures, Minute-level notifications, Stylus or finger input, Multi-language support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $25.99 | per year |
| Remove Advertisements | $59.99 | one-time |


### Note X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-x-notepad/id1673667097)

A versatile note-taking app for digital and handwritten notes, memos, and drafts. Organize study materials with built-in notebooks, insert images, and customize writing styles. Secure your notes with password protection.

**Highlights:** Keyboard and handwriting input, Built-in notebooks for organization, Insert pictures into notes, Customizable paper and font colors, Password protection and encryption, Share notes as images

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus Version | $1.99 | per month |
| Plus Version Quarterly | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Version | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Task Writer free?

Task Writer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Note X free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Task Writer or Note X?

Note X is rated higher. Task Writer averages 3.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Note X averages 4.6 from 23 ratings.

### Do Task Writer or Note X have ads?

Note X shows ads; Task Writer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Task Writer or Note X?

Task Writer ships an update every 3 months, and Note X every 10 months. Most recently, Task Writer was updated on August 15, 2026 and Note X on July 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*