# MyScript Notes vs Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

The clearest difference is rating: MyScript Notes at 4.7 against Handwriting to Text PenToPrint's 4.4. MyScript Notes also leads on ratings volume (39K vs 4K) and review sentiment (66% vs 56%). Handwriting to Text PenToPrint's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MyScript Notes sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Handwriting to Text PenToPrint sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MyScript Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyScript Notes has 39K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of MyScript Notes's written reviews are positive against 56% of Handwriting to Text PenToPrint's.

MyScript Notes ships an update every 10 days, Handwriting to Text PenToPrint every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyScript Notes | Handwriting to Text PenToPrint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (39K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myscript-notes-ai-handwriting/id1119601770/reviews)** | [4.4 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwriting-to-text-pentoprint/id1308003011/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **39K** | 4K |
| Positive reviews | **66.1% of reviews** | 56.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 266 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MyScript](https://appshunter.io/developer/446368119) | [Serendi LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182906528) |

## What reviewers say

### MyScript Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myscript-notes-ai-handwriting/id1119601770)

Transform handwritten notes into editable text with advanced AI. Brainstorm on an infinite canvas, annotate PDFs, and create structured documents. Supports 66 languages and works across devices.

**Highlights:** AI handwriting recognition, Infinite canvas for brainstorming, PDF annotation, Handwriting to typed text conversion, Math equation recognition, Multi-language support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MyScript Notes – Full Access | $1.99 | per month |
| MyScript Notes – Full Access | $7.99 | per year |
| PDF Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Connect Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Essentials Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $9.99 | one-time |
| Nebo Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $14.99 | one-time |
| MyScript Notes – Full Access | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent handwriting recognition
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive interface
- 💡 Useful gestures and shortcuts
- 🚀 Fast conversion of handwriting to text
- 👍 Ability to organize notes in notebooks and collections

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Issues with syncing and data loss
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior with formatting and editing
- 💡 Lack of keyboard support and text editing features
- 💡 Limited customization options for paper styles and fonts

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when importing large documents
- Handwriting recognition fails for certain symbols and abbreviations
- Formatting issues when converting handwritten notes to text
- Sync issues leading to data loss across devices
- Inability to move or rearrange pages within notebooks

**Requested features**

- Add support for keyboard input and text editing
- Improve syncing and backup functionality
- Introduce more customization options for paper styles and fonts
- Enhance diagram and equation handling capabilities
- Implement better collaboration and sharing features


### Handwriting to Text PenToPrint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwriting-to-text-pentoprint/id1308003011)

This app uses AI-powered OCR technology to scan handwritten notes and convert them into editable digital text. Easily transform paper documents into shareable Word or text files, creating a searchable digital archive. It's designed for speed and accuracy, handling various handwriting styles.

**Highlights:** Scan handwritten notes to editable text, Convert to Word or text files, Export and share digitized notes, Create searchable digital archives, Supports cursive and messy script, AI-powered OCR technology

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pen to Print Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Pen to Print Annual Plan | $24.99 | per year |
| Starter Plan | $0.99 | one-time |
| Yearly Plan | $4.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Plan | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plan | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pen to Print Lifetime Plan | $74.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate handwriting recognition
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 💡 Helpful for converting handwritten notes to digital text
- 🚀 Impressive OCR capabilities even for messy handwriting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Premium features required to export or save text
- 🐛 Occasional errors in text conversion
- 🔒 Subscription-based model with no free trial
- 🐛 Buggy behavior like losing edits or crashing

**Reported bugs**

- Text edits not saving properly
- App crashing or freezing
- Issues with camera orientation and alignment
- Incorrect text conversion for certain handwriting styles

**Requested features**

- Ability to export or copy/paste converted text without premium
- Handwriting customization or training options
- Improved multi-page handling and organization
- Syncing across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyScript Notes free?

MyScript Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Handwriting to Text PenToPrint free?

Handwriting to Text PenToPrint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MyScript Notes or Handwriting to Text PenToPrint?

MyScript Notes is rated higher. MyScript Notes averages 4.7 out of 5 from 39K ratings, while Handwriting to Text PenToPrint averages 4.4 from 4K ratings.

### Do MyScript Notes or Handwriting to Text PenToPrint have ads?

Neither MyScript Notes nor Handwriting to Text PenToPrint shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyScript Notes or Handwriting to Text PenToPrint?

MyScript Notes ships an update every 10 days, and Handwriting to Text PenToPrint every 2 weeks. Most recently, MyScript Notes was updated on October 20, 2026 and Handwriting to Text PenToPrint on October 18, 2026.

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