Comparison

MyBase vs Notes

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

Head to head
About

MyBase

This app provides a simple notepad for creating and editing text notes. It allows for easy navigation between pages, character counting, and copying/pasting content. Additional features include table of contents creation, email and print options, and dynamic text sizing.

Highlights
  • Page navigation (swipe/tap)
  • Character count display
  • Copy and paste functionality
  • Table of contents creation
  • Email and print options
  • Dynamic text sizing
Features
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Description of functions and features (1) Notepad function  ● This app“My Base” will be displayed from the page that ended last time and will be editable.  ● Swipe the screen left / right or tap the left / right frame to page forward/backward. If the mode has been set to “5” with the “Mode” button, the page is turned 5 pages at a time, and if it has been set to “1”, the page is turned 1 page at a time.  ● On each page, tap the position in the title / body where you want to enter text and set the cursor there. Type characters using the keyboard that pops up. The cursor will automatically move to the next position each time you enter a character.  ● The entered text is stored in the memory of the device (iPhone/iPad) by pressing the "Done” button.  (2) Character number display function  ● The number of characters in the text of each page is displayed in the light blue label at the bottom of the screen. The number of characters is counted again when the "Done" button is tapped or the page is turned, and the display is updated.  ● The display / non-display of the number of characters with the label can be switched by pressing a few seconds the "mode" button . (v1.4) (3) "Copy" function   By tapping the “Copy” button in a page, the entered title and text will be stored in the device memory. The text is also copied to the clipboard. (4) "Paste" function  ● Tapping the “Paste” button in a page overwrites the title and text stored in the memory into the title and body field of that page, respectively. If you tap "Overwrite" on the pop upped confirmation screen that appears before overwriting, that will be executed.  ● Copying a blank page and pasting it on any other page to delete all characters at once. (5) Table of contents creation function  Pressing a few seconds the “Paste” button, a message pops up asking if you want to create a table of contents. Select "Create" to create a table of contents. (6) "Mail" function   On any page, pressing a few seconds the “Action” button, a screen pops up to select email or print . Select “E-Mail” and follow its instructions on the email control screen that will popup next. (7) "Print" function (Supported in v1.4)   On any page, pressing a few seconds the “Action” button, a screen pops up to select email or print. Select “Print” and follow its instructions on the print control screen that will popup next. (8) Support Dynamic Type Text. (v1.4)    The text size for the title and body can dynamically be changeable through device's “Settings” .    "Setting" => “Accessibility” => “Display & Text Size” => Larger Text => ON => Larger Accessibility Sizes => ON => Change Slider Position    "Setting" => “Accessibility” => “Display & Text Size” => Bold Text => ON (9) Text size temporary change function The text size can be temporarily enlarged / reduced by pinching (v2.3,v2.5).

About

Notes

This app combines a notepad, to-do list, and memo functionality into a single, intuitive interface. Easily create notes from text, voice, or images, and organize them with reminders and sorting options. Secure your data and transfer it to new devices.

Highlights
  • 3-in-1 notepad, to-do list, and memos
  • Create notes from photos, images, and voice
  • Set notifications and reminders
  • Sort notes by urgency, category, due date, color
  • Secure notes with a security code
  • Data transfer to new devices
Features
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Notes: notepad and lists is a convenient app that helps you make notes and keep lists. Why should you choose Notes: notepad and lists? - 3 in 1 Replace your to-do list, notepad and memos with this simple, all-in-one app. - Easy to use Notes: notepad and lists is an extremely simple and intuitive app. No instructions or tutorial necessary. - Fast Create a note or a list in literally seconds - the perfect way to jot down important information. A notepad, diary and to-do list that suits your face-paced lifestyle. - Multiple formats Create notes from photos, images, and voice messages, and make your to-do list or shopping list. Use it on the go, or even behind the wheel - all you have to do is record your message or take a photo. - Editing You can edit your notes, or add comments, attachments, details and notifications at any time. - Planning Notes: notepad and lists also works as a to-do list: you can set notifications and reminders (one off or repeated) for each note, and the easy-to-use calendar system helps you keep track of deadlines. - Sorting You can sort your notes by urgency, category, due date, and color, so searching through your content is quick and easy. - Security Notes: notepad and lists lets you protect your personal data with a short security-code, meaning only you can access your notes and lists. - Transfer your info If you get a new device, you won't lose your information - registered users can restore their data.

Screenshots

MyBase4 screens
Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Notes at 79% against MyBase's 0%. Notes also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (654 vs 7). MyBase's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MyBase asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notes has 654 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of MyBase's written reviews are positive against 79% of Notes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MyBase versus Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyBaseNotes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (7 ratings)4.8 (654 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews78.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7654 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfumio uedaOrange Dog

Customer experience

MyBase

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Notes

All ratings654 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews107 reviews
Positive78.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative14.0%

Bugs and requests

MyBase

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Notes

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Unexpected ads appearing after recent updates for paid subscribers

Requested features

3 requests
  • More engaging task motivation features
  • Clearer documentation on note persistence
  • Improved customer support interface

In-app purchases

None

MyBase

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Notes

One-time1
  • Disable ads$9.99

Questions

Is MyBase free?
MyBase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Notes free?
Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MyBase or Notes?
Notes is rated higher. MyBase averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Notes averages 4.8 from 654 ratings.
Do MyBase or Notes have ads?
Both MyBase and Notes show ads.
Which is updated more often, MyBase or Notes?
MyBase ships an update monthly, and Notes monthly. Most recently, MyBase was updated on June 1, 2026 and Notes on September 22, 2026.

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