# Float vs Hi Sticky

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hi Sticky at weekly against Float's every 6 months. Hi Sticky also leads on ratings volume (44 vs 3) and device support (5 vs 3). Float's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Float sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Hi Sticky sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Float holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hi Sticky has 44 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Float's written reviews are positive against 79% of Hi Sticky's.

Float ships an update every 6 months, Hi Sticky weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Float | Hi Sticky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-student-productivity/id1475621146/reviews)** | [4.6 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-sticky-sticky-notes/id1610634186/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **44** |
| Positive reviews | **95.2% of reviews** | 78.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 72 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mylo Creative Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470925298) | [haha Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/369684594) |

## What reviewers say

### Float

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-student-productivity/id1475621146)

This app helps students manage essay writing by breaking down word count goals into daily targets. It also supports book reading goals, providing daily page targets. An "Essay Tennis" feature allows friends to challenge each other with word counts.

**Highlights:** Daily word count targets for essays, Daily page targets for reading, Essay title, word count, and deadline input, Essay Tennis word count challenges, Time management for students

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Out of Sight Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Out of Sight Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


### Hi Sticky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-sticky-sticky-notes/id1610634186)

A free, simple note-taking application for all Apple devices. It offers iCloud synchronization, widget support, and integration with the Shortcuts app for enhanced productivity. An optional one-time purchase unlocks additional customization options and features.

**Highlights:** Simple intuitive interface, iCloud sync, Manage Links, Widgets, Shortcuts app integration, Supports all Apple devices

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi Sticky+ | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔄 Seamless cross-device sync
- 💡 Minimalistic and clean design
- ✅ Does exactly what it's intended to do

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Widgets sometimes blank/not working
- 🐛 Viewing notes on watch is hit or miss
- 🐛 iCloud sync can be buggy/not sync
- 🐛 App crashes when deleting notes
- 🤔 Search functionality is missing

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets are blank on iOS 26
- Viewing notes on watch is unreliable
- iCloud sync is buggy and often fails
- App crashes when deleting notes
- Mac shows 'No account' for iCloud, iPhone shows 'undefined'

**Requested features**

- Support for Monospace font
- Ability to choose own colors for notes
- Ability to change background color
- Mac widget for quicker access
- Ability to have multiple notes open on Mac at the same time


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Float free?

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

### Is Hi Sticky free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Float or Hi Sticky?

Float is rated higher. Float averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Hi Sticky averages 4.6 from 44 ratings.

### Do Float or Hi Sticky have ads?

Neither Float nor Hi Sticky shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Float or Hi Sticky?

Float ships an update every 6 months, and Hi Sticky weekly. Most recently, Float was updated on October 6, 2026 and Hi Sticky on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*