Comparison

Plain Note vs Guestcompass Connect

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

Head to head
About

Plain Note

This app allows you to create and organize notes with customizable tags and icons. It offers lock screen and home screen widgets for quick access and supports character/line counting. Personalize your experience with themes, app icons, and fonts.

Highlights
  • Organize notes with tags
  • Customizable tag icons and colors
  • Character and line counting
  • Lock screen and home screen widgets
  • Customizable themes, app icons, and fonts
  • Archive and organize notes
Features
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"Plain Note" is a simple notes app. You can organize your notes by adding tags, and it supports lock screen and home screen widgets. It can be used on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Features • You can categorize your notes with tags. • Customize tag icons and colors. • You can count the number of characters and lines. • Archive and organize your notes. • Widgets can be added to the lock screen and home screen. • Customize themes, App icons, and fonts. (Some features are available for a fee.) Premium (in-app purchase) • Sync data with iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud. This can also be used as a backup. • All themes and App icons are available. • All tag icons are available. • All font customizations are available. *Prices may vary by country or region. Please check in the app. *Some features may not be available in all languages or regions. Terms of Use: https://monelyze.app/en/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://monelyze.app/en/privacy

About

Guestcompass Connect

Features
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GuestCompass Connect puts your access management platform right in your pocket. Whether you're managing student housing, an apartment complex, or a hotel — stay in control anytime, anywhere. Access Management Made Simple Create and manage digital access rights for residents, students, and guests directly from your phone. Grant or revoke access instantly, without being at a desk. Smart Key Management Issue digital keys and PIN codes to the right people at the right time. Set time-limited access for guests, maintenance staff, or new residents — no physical keys required. Guest Communication Hotel managers can view and respond to guest chat messages in real time. Never miss a request, complaint, or question from your guests — even when you're away from the front desk. Built for Hospitality & Residential GuestCompass Connect works seamlessly with the GuestCompass SaaS platform, trusted by hundreds of hotels and residential projects across Europe.

Screenshots

Plain Note4 screens
Guestcompass Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Guestcompass Connect at none against Plain Note's 3. Guestcompass Connect also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). 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. Plain Note sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Guestcompass Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Plain Note versus Guestcompass Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlain NoteGuestcompass Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonelyze Inc.GuestCompass

Bugs and requests

Plain Note

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Notes sometimes get deleted after updates
  • Widget not working as expected, showing wrong note

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to swipe widget to display another note
  • Subfolders for better organization
  • Export function to backup notes
  • Option to change app colors
  • Support for multiple notes in one widget
Show 2 more
  • Text formatting options (bold, italics, headings)
  • Ability to insert photos and videos

Guestcompass Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Plain Note

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium - Lifetime$29.99
None

Guestcompass Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plain Note free?
Plain Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guestcompass Connect free?
Guestcompass Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Plain Note or Guestcompass Connect have ads?
Neither Plain Note nor Guestcompass Connect shows ads.

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