Comparison

Spells List 5e vs RPG Notebook

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Spells List 5e

Quickly find Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition spells with a powerful search and filtering system. Organize spells into character spellbooks and even create custom spells. Supports multiple languages.

Highlights
  • Fast spell search
  • Dozens of filters
  • Character spellbooks
  • Custom spell creation
  • All official 5e sources
  • Multi-language support
Features
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Stop browse the books for hours and slow down each session, open the app, type the name of the spell and within seconds you'll have all the details. The app includes dozens of filters, to help you find the spell you are looking for. In addition to the list and search, you can create a spellbook for each of your character, so you can quickly pick up the spells used. The app includes spells from all official 5th edition sources. The spells are available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, German (some languages do not have a complete translation of all spells). You can also create your custom spells! **** DISCLAIMER: The app is in no way affiliated with or partnered with Wizards of the Coast **** Spell List 5e Unlock all (subscription) - 1 month: $1.49 - 1 year: $13.99 In all countries (except the US) actual charges will be converted to local currency. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Terms and privacy - https://www.delsorboilario.it/dnd/privacy.html - https://www.delsorboilario.it/dnd/terms_and_conditions.html If you have any suggestions for improving the app, please contact us at turn.appsolution@gmail.com Thank you for downloading our app

About

RPG Notebook

This app helps you build worlds, manage your tabletop RPG campaigns, and organize all your notes. It offers customizable entries, linking between ideas, and map management. Keep your game world organized and accessible.

Highlights
  • Campaign management
  • Customizable entries with various section types
  • Automatic hyperlinking between entries
  • Map creation and pin functionality
  • Themed templates for different settings
  • Extensive icon library
  • Backup and export options
Features
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RPG Notebook will help you build worlds, manage campaigns, and keep your notes tightly organized. Here are some of its great features: *CAMPAIGNS: Choose a name, select a theme that matches your setting, and simply start filling it with all your ideas. *ENTRIES: They can be customized any way you like with 8 types of sections (from simple text fields to trackers, checklists, and images) that you can name and place in any order you like. *TEMPLATES: If there's a section arrangement that you like, save it as a template for future use. *HYPERLINKS: When you finish writing something, the app checks if your text contains any phrases that match an existing entry or group name and automatically creates a link for you. *MAPS: Every campaign has a dedicated segment where numerous maps can be added. *MAP PINS: You can add simple note pins or special pins that link to an entry, group, or map. *JOURNAL: Journal notes will help you keep track of important events that happened during your sessions. *THEMES: The fantasy theme is great for the most popular tabletop RPG systems like dnd 5e or pathfinder, but the app also has themes for other settings: cthulhu, sci-fi, cyberpunk, post-apocalyptic, steampunk and wuxia. *ICONS: There are over 4000 built-in icons and 40 colors that you can use in your entries, but you can also add your own. *BACKUP: You can create a backup file and store it locally or export it so it can be shared with other devices. *MODES: Both light and dark modes are supported. *EVERYTHING IN YOUR POCKET: No more forgotten or lost notes. You will always be prepared for the next session or be able to immediately write down ideas that suddenly come to your mind wherever you are! :)

Screenshots

Spells List 5e4 screens
RPG Notebook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Spells List 5e at 4.8 against RPG Notebook's 4.0. Spells List 5e also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 51) and review sentiment (87% vs 69%). RPG Notebook's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Spells List 5e sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and RPG Notebook sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spells List 5e holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spells List 5e has 3.3K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Spells List 5e's written reviews are positive against 69% of RPG Notebook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spells List 5e ships an update every 3 weeks, RPG Notebook monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Spells List 5e versus RPG Notebook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpells List 5eRPG Notebook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.3K ratings) — better4.0 (51 ratings)
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews — better69.4% of reviews
Number of ratings3.3K — better51
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB198 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperIlario Del sorboMarta Fecio

Customer experience

Spells List 5e

All ratings3,269 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral5.5%
Negative7.6%

RPG Notebook

All ratings48 ratings
Positive72.9%
Neutral10.4%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive69.4%
Neutral16.7%
Negative13.9%

User reviews

Spells List 5e

From 3.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient spell reference
  • 📚 Comprehensive spell list
  • 🔍 Helpful filters and search
  • 👍 Easy to use and organize spells
  • 🎨 Customizable character spellbooks

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔀 Inconsistent spell descriptions
  • 🔒 Paid features locked behind paywall
  • 🤔 Missing some spells from newer books
  • 🎨 Limited customization options

RPG Notebook

From 51 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Highly useful for TTRPG organization
  • 💡 System-neutral and customizable
  • 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
  • ✨ Great for worldbuilding and lore
  • 📝 Excellent for keeping track of characters and info

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🐛 App won't load backups
  • 🐛 Ads are intrusive and inappropriate
  • 🤔 Confusing interface for new users
  • 🚫 No account or cross-device sync

Bugs and requests

Spells List 5e

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Purchased premium features not working properly
  • Crashes when adding custom spells to characters
  • Inconsistent behavior when filtering spells

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to edit official spell descriptions
  • Filter spells by damage type or other criteria
  • Automatic tracking of spell slots and concentration
  • Support for homebrew classes and races
  • Sync spellbooks across multiple devices

RPG Notebook

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes completely after recent updates
  • App gets stuck on the home page after an update
  • Backup restoration fails, showing a loading wheel indefinitely
  • App force closes during note-taking, losing progress
  • Ads cannot be closed without opening their links
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  • App no longer opens completely before crashing out

Requested features

24 requests
  • Journal functionality for play-by-post games (disable name links)
  • Italicize text and other text editor functions
  • Trackers that reset to zero for accumulation
  • World building tools to combine campaigns
  • Link campaigns together for NPC referencing
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  • Output to PDF
  • Dedicated NPC section
  • Draw on uploaded maps
  • Always allow option for pasting from other apps
  • Font size adjustment for descriptions
  • Ability to invite or share notes with other players
  • Inventory management with counters
  • Add images or thumbnails to entries
  • Organize maps into groups
  • Allow icon links in maps to lead to other maps
  • Better map linking to zoom into specific spots
  • More markers for points of interest on maps
  • Add scenes that are not maps
  • List NPCs for points of interest
  • Attach NPCs to certain maps
  • Cloud sharing or accounts for cross-device sync
  • Share link for a campaign
  • DM view with hidden notes/locations
  • Formatted preview of all entry content at once

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Spells List 5e

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock all - 1 month$2.491 Month
  • Unlock all - 1 year$17.991 Year
One-time9
  • Micro Tip$0.99
  • Filter by Dragonmarks$1.99
  • Unlock Icons$1.99
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  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Unlock Import/Export Character$2.99
  • Unlock infinite Spellbooks$3.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Mega Tip$6.99
  • Unlock all - Lifetime$28.99
1 purchases

RPG Notebook

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Spells List 5e free?
Spells List 5e is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RPG Notebook free?
RPG Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spells List 5e or RPG Notebook?
Spells List 5e is rated higher. Spells List 5e averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while RPG Notebook averages 4.0 from 51 ratings.
Do Spells List 5e or RPG Notebook have ads?
Both Spells List 5e and RPG Notebook show ads.
Which is updated more often, Spells List 5e or RPG Notebook?
Spells List 5e ships an update every 3 weeks, and RPG Notebook monthly. Most recently, Spells List 5e was updated on October 26, 2026 and RPG Notebook on October 22, 2026.

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