Comparison

Sp Memos vs Versatile Notes

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

Head to head
About

Sp Memos

A straightforward notepad application that allows for detailed customization of font size and screen brightness within individual memos. It supports attaching multiple images and map data, along with folder management for organization. A widget displays recently updated notes, and it integrates with Spotlight search.

Highlights
  • Customizable font size and brightness per memo
  • Attach multiple images and map data
  • Folder management for organization
  • Dedicated widget for recent notes
  • Spotlight search integration
  • Optional add-ons for ad removal, passcode protection, and voice recording
Features
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A simple notepad app. On the memo screen, there is a slider for screen brightness adjustment and font size change, fine adjustment is possible on the spot. Multiple images attached to memos, map is also. Folder management. Because each memo have font size, memos I would like to see large are very convenient to save with large letters. The dedicated widget displays recently updated notes. Tap to the memo for open it. It also supports iPhone's standard search window "Spotlight". ● Additional feature by add-ons 1. Remove Ads Remove the advertisement on the screen, the memo screen becomes larger. 2. Passcode, Face ID(Touch ID) protection It is protection of contents by passcode. 3. Voice recorder feature You can add multiple voice recording data to the memo.

About

Versatile Notes

This app functions as a versatile database for storing essential business data, including text, files, images, videos, PDFs, and secure password information. Its powerful search capabilities allow for instant retrieval of even large amounts of data, and data can be organized into groups for efficient management. It also supports iCloud syncing for seamless sharing across Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Store text, images, videos, PDFs
  • Securely save IDs and passwords
  • Organize data into groups
  • Powerful search with AND/OR options
  • iCloud syncing across Apple devices
  • Apple Watch compatibility for data display
Features
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Would you like to make your smartphone or tablet PC into a useful business tool? “Versatile Notes” is a database application that records data essential to your business. “Versatile Notes” also has an excellent search function, so even if you have a lot of data saved, the app will be able to display data instantly. By entering lots of data over time, this app can become your capable personal secretary. [Features] First, let’s enter data. Entering text is a given naturally, but you can also enter digital files such as images, videos, and PDFs. You can enter ID and password information as well. *Your ID and password will be encrypted and saved in Keychain. You can manage recorded data by separating it into groups. Even if a lot of data is accumulated, you can find the data you need instantly with the powerful search function. You can also choose an “AND” or “OR” search to find information. You can also designate attributes such as groups or dates for data. If you use iCloud with recorded data, the data can be shared with all iPhones and iPads in your possession. This app is also compatible with the Apple Watch. You can also display recorded data on the Apple Watch. *There is no data recording function for the Apple Watch. Data will only be displayed on it. [Contact us] https://www.studioks.net/en/contact-us/ [Studio K's] https://www.studioks.net/en/

Screenshots

Sp Memos4 screens
Versatile Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sp Memos at 75% against Versatile Notes's 0%. Sp Memos also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). Versatile Notes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Sp Memos sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Versatile Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sp Memos ships an update every 4 months, Versatile Notes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sp Memos versus Versatile Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSp MemosVersatile Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB37 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developertadashi atojiNAOAKI SEKIGUCHI

Customer experience

Sp Memos

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

Versatile Notes

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Sp Memos

One-time3
  • Add Pass-code feature$0.99
  • Add Voice Recorder$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Versatile Notes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sp Memos free?
Sp Memos is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Versatile Notes free?
Versatile Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sp Memos or Versatile Notes have ads?
Both Sp Memos and Versatile Notes show ads.
Which is updated more often, Sp Memos or Versatile Notes?
Sp Memos ships an update every 4 months, and Versatile Notes every 2 months. Most recently, Sp Memos was updated on August 18, 2026 and Versatile Notes on September 18, 2026.

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