# Notepad vs Simplio Notepad

The clearest difference is rating: Simplio Notepad at 5.0 against Notepad's 3.0. Simplio Notepad also leads on ads (none vs shown). Notepad's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs subscription) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Simplio Notepad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Notepad | Simplio Notepad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-plane-notes-and-text-editor/id1129938338/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplio-notepad-quick-notes/id6747517228/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Size | 4 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [margaret kovatch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039651981) | [Bahattin Duran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677311418) |

## What reviewers say

### Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-plane-notes-and-text-editor/id1129938338)

Capture thoughts and ideas quickly on your iPhone and iPad. This application provides a straightforward way to create, organize, and share your notes.

**Highlights:** Quick note creation, Note management, Note sharing, iPhone and iPad support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simplio Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplio-notepad-quick-notes/id6747517228)

A minimalist notepad designed for quick note-taking without unnecessary features. It offers a clean interface, essential editing tools, and home screen widgets for easy access. Notes are stored locally and can sync via iCloud.

**Highlights:** One-tap opening, Fast text editor, Markdown support, Home Screen widgets, iCloud sync, Export as text/PDF

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Notepad free?

Notepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simplio Notepad free?

Simplio Notepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Notepad or Simplio Notepad?

Simplio Notepad is rated higher. Notepad averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simplio Notepad averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Notepad or Simplio Notepad have ads?

Notepad shows ads; Simplio Notepad does not.

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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.*