Comparison

Noto vs FullControl

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

Head to head
About

Noto

A modern writing and note-taking application offering powerful text editing tools and extensive organization features. It supports unlimited attachments and various export formats, with optional Pro features for enhanced functionality. Syncs seamlessly across devices.

Highlights
  • Powerful text editing tools
  • Unlimited attachments (Pro)
  • Dark mode
  • iCloud sync
  • Gesture organization
  • Multiple export formats
  • Desktop-class organization
Features
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Features: - Powerful text editing tools - Bold / Italic / Underline / Strikethrough / Highlight - Number list / Bullet list / Check list - Unlimited attachments (Pro): - Image / Video / Scan / Drawing / File - Table / Block quote / Code / Math Equation - Dark mode - iCloud sync - Organize with gesture - Export to HTML, Markdown, PDF, & JPG - Lock notes (Pro) - Desktop class organization - Drag to reorder your list and paragraph - Drag to organize your notes - Rapid multi select Noto is free to use, including iCloud Sync support. Unlock Noto Pro to enable all features including * Attachments * Note lock * Export * Support future Noto development Terms and Conditions: https://noto.ink/terms Privacy Policy: https://noto.ink/privacy

About

FullControl

Features
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FullControl is a simple and private task app designed to improve focus in everyday life. The app is built for people who want clarity without noise, and who prefer working on one thing at a time. With FullControl, you can: Create tasks with due dates, categories, and recurrence Break tasks down into subtasks and organize them freely Use Focus Mode, which shows one task at a time Track progress with an archive, statistics, and weekly goals Receive local reminders and an optional daily summary Everything happens directly on your device. FullControl requires no account, collects no data, and tracks nothing. Focus First Focus Mode is the core of the app. When activated, only one task is shown at a time — allowing you to work with full concentration and zero distractions. Full Control, Completely Private No login required No ads No analytics No third-party SDKs Your data is stored locally and can sync via iCloud between your own devices. FullControl is built for those who want structure, calm, and control — without unnecessary features.

Screenshots

Noto4 screens
FullControl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Noto at Free against FullControl's $1.99. Noto also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). FullControl's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks). On 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

Noto is free to download; FullControl costs $1.99 up front. Noto sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. FullControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Noto ships an update every 4 weeks, FullControl every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Noto versus FullControl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotoFullControl
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoysauce LabTORD GLAD NORDAHL

Bugs and requests

Noto

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Syncing issues between devices
  • Folders and notes disappearing after updates
  • Crashes when trying to access certain folders
  • Widgets not displaying note content properly

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add tags or keywords for better organization
  • Improve table editing and formatting
  • Implement better export options (PDF, HTML, etc.)
  • Add support for Apple Pencil and handwriting
  • Integrate calendar and reminder features
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  • Allow custom backgrounds and themes

FullControl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Noto

Subscriptions2
  • Noto Pro Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Noto Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Noto Lifetime$24.99
None

FullControl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Noto free?
Noto is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FullControl free?
FullControl costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Noto or FullControl have ads?
Neither Noto nor FullControl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Noto or FullControl?
Noto ships an update every 4 weeks, and FullControl every 3 days. Most recently, Noto was updated on October 11, 2026 and FullControl on September 28, 2026.

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