# PDF Notes C vs NoteWork

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NoteWork at 100% against PDF Notes C's 0%. NoteWork also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). PDF Notes C's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Notes C sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.49 per month and NoteWork sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PDF Notes C ships an update every 6 weeks, NoteWork every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Notes C | NoteWork |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-notes-c/id1459073729/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMuseTec Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/342152781) | [HUMAN MAGIC Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1733006380) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Notes C

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-notes-c/id1459073729)

This app offers a streamlined PDF viewing experience with a 2-page display, fast page turns, and annotation tools. It also provides quick previews for various file types and a document browser for easy organization.

**Highlights:** 2-page PDF viewer, Fast page turns, Handwriting tools, Document browser, Quick file previews, PDF creation and assembly

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $0.49 | per month |


### NoteWork

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notework/id6478494538)

This app offers robust note-taking with real-time collaboration and cross-device synchronization.  Organize notes, use templates, and enhance them with handwriting, images, and shapes for a seamless digital experience.

**Highlights:** Real-time collaboration, Cross-device synchronization, Handwriting and drawing tools, Template library, Image and shape editing, PDF import/export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notework - 2GB | $1.99 | per month |
| Notework - 20GB | $3.99 | per month |
| Notework - 100GB | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Notes C free?

PDF Notes C is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NoteWork free?

NoteWork is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do PDF Notes C or NoteWork have ads?

PDF Notes C shows ads; NoteWork does not.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Notes C or NoteWork?

PDF Notes C ships an update every 6 weeks, and NoteWork every 4 days. Most recently, PDF Notes C was updated on September 18, 2026 and NoteWork on June 1, 2026.

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