Comparison

Permanote vs Wrix 2

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

Head to head
About

Permanote

This app allows writers to organize ideas and edit text files directly within Dropbox, synchronizing across devices. It offers a distraction-free writing environment and extensive customization options, with advanced features available through a Pro subscription.

Highlights
  • Dropbox file synchronization
  • Customizable macro key strip
  • Distraction-free writing mode
  • Multiple file preview formats
  • TextExpander support
  • Customizable themes and fonts
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Writers utilize Permanote to arrange their ideas while maintaining control and flexibility over their files. Permanote enables you to modify text files in your Dropbox and synchronize them across all your devices. Enhance your experience with a customizable macro key strip above the keyboard through a Pro subscription. Unlike other text editors that impose specific themes to set the mood or require storing notes in a single folder or exclusive file system, Permanote offers you freedom. Permanote is the go-to tool for organizing thoughts among writers from the New Yorker, BBC correspondents, and CEOs. Cherish your written work. IN-APP PURCHASES Permanote is free to use, with all main features included. To access extra Pro features, opt for a Pro subscription. FEATURES - Synchronize any text file within any folder of your Dropbox - Robust macro key strip above the keyboard - Personalize your macro strip (Pro) - Editor pinch-to-zoom functionality (Pro) - Full-screen, distraction-free "Writeroom" style editing - Touch ID / Passcode privacy support (Pro) - Create custom themes (Pro) - iPad Pro Smart Keyboard shortcuts - "Insert Tab" key - Email as PDF - Adjustable word wrapping - Word/Character/Line count - International file encoding options - Convenient scratchpad - Notepad/CRLF line options - Comprehensive Dropbox Search - TextExpander Support (Pro) - Hashtag support - Preview files in PDF, HTML, Markdown, MultiMarkdown, Rich Text-RTF - Customize CSS and Base URL for markup previews - Personalize editor colors (Pro) - Alter editor fonts (Pro) - Adjust line-spacing and margins - AirPrint - Built in photo editor with advanced features for Pro users REVIEWS "I absolutely LOVE your app." - Merlin Mann, creator of 43 Folders "Permanote is arguably the best tool for writers, bloggers, or journalists who need to work on the go." - AppAdvice.com "Permanote is worth a try if you're particular about your note-taking." - geek.com

About

Wrix 2

This powerful text editor offers a comfortable and efficient text editing experience on iOS and iPadOS. It provides a wide array of advanced features, cloud integration, and file management capabilities, aiming to reduce stress and enhance productivity for various text-based tasks.

Highlights
  • Undo/Redo functionality
  • Cloud file editing (Dropbox, Google Drive, iCloud, OneDrive)
  • Key Macros for automation
  • Outline feature for navigation
  • Integrated file manager
  • PC/Mac-like keyboard shortcuts
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This Ultra-High-Functional Text Editor app enables Ultra-Comfortable Text Editing in Another Dimension! Can be Greatly Reduce the Stress of Text Editing on iOS / iPadOS! Please Try It, FREE Trial is Available! This App can be used as the Center of Text Editing Work such as Memo, Note, E-mail, ToDo list, Outline, Novel etc! * It is completely different from the simple memo app! Experience the overwhelming difference with our free trial period! It is equipped with many useful features Undo/Redo, Launcher, Select-mode, Drag & Drop, Key Macros, Outlines, Check Mark, Key Shortcuts, etc. Can be directly Edit the File on Cloud! (Dropbox/Google Drive/iCloud Drive/OneDrive) The Outline function, because can be used like a Bookmarks, Text Editing becomes Comfortable! (Do not need Outline app anymore! ;-p)) *When you Swipe in the Left end with One Finger, the Outline List is displayed! The same Key Operation as the PC/Mac Environment is possible! (Do not need PC/Mac anymore! ;-p)) In addition, since it Built-in a Ultra-High-Function File Manager, it can be done comfortably File Management. The name of the app is called "Wrix" ("Wrikes") and in conjunction with the "Write" and "Likes". As the name suggests, we put a lot of useful features think want to Text Editing. So, please enjoy a comfortable Text Editing. Note: +All Functions can be used for FREE! (See Help page) +No Ads! +Font, Colors can be Changed. [Text Editing screen] It is a screen of the basics of this app. In this screen, provides with the Ultra-High-Function Text Editing features such as the following. +Multiple Docs +Supported the Dropbox/Google Drive/iCloud Drive/OneDrive +Undo/Redo +Select-mode (unique function that allows to select text very easily with a tap) +Find (Highlight, Regular Expression, Replace) +Multiple-File Search +Key Macro (Automation of Key Operation) +Drag & Drop (Text can be moved with Simple Operation) +Advanced Launcher functions +Key Shortcuts (Support for External Keyboard operation) +Auto Indent +Word Wrap +Line Spacing +Outline (like a "Bookmark"!) +Check Mark (like a ToDo list!) +Markdown (HTML, XML, CommonMark, etc.) +Text Insertion (Fixed Phrases, Line Break, Tab, etc.) +Can be change the Font and Color of the Editing Area +Line Number +Can be saved by changing the Encoding, Line break +Encoding specification, and can be read in the File Auto-Detect +Conversion function (To Lower/Upper case, etc.) +Prepare for Move/Select/Delete command (for Key Macros) +Tab indent, Reverse indent +The special display Tab, Space, Line break +Can be sent a File and Text to Another Application and Another iOS terminal/Mac +Import/Export of the Files to the iCloud and the external File Management app +Variety of tools (File Manager, Browser, Dictionary Search, Scan Text, QR code Reading/Generation, etc.) As mentioned above, there are many functions, but by using the launcher panel and key shortcuts well, can be quickly and instantly call up frequently used functions. [File Management screen] In this screen, it provides High Function File Management Functions, such as the following. +List Files/Folders +Edit File/Folder (Move, Copy, Delete, Rename, Duplicate, Compression) +Sort (Name, Size, Creation Date, Modification Date, Type) +Search +Thumbnail view the file (Images, Movie, PDF) +Create a Zip File, Unzip (Corresponding Password) +Send the File +Import/Export the File +Display Properties of the File +Bookmarks +Create a new Folder/File +File Browsing [Detail] https://skyarts.com/products/ios/wrix/ *Subscriptions* This app has a subscription license that allows you to remove the limit on the number of functions for a certain period of time. •Length of subscription: The subscription period is based on one month Please purchase the license after understanding the note of subscription automatic renewal. Can be manage it from the "Subscription" item of the account of the "Settings" app. *Terms of Use* https://skyarts.com/products/ios/terms.html

Screenshots

Permanote4 screens
Wrix 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Wrix 2 at 4.5 against Permanote's 3.5. Wrix 2 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 50%). Permanote's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Permanote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Wrix 2 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wrix 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Permanote's written reviews are positive against 83% of Wrix 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Permanote ships an update every 10 months, Wrix 2 every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Permanote versus Wrix 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPermanoteWrix 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (4 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScreenplay & Script Pte. Ltd.YONEKAWA Hideki

Customer experience

Permanote

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Wrix 2

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Permanote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Subscription7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Annual Pro Subscription1 Month trial$17.991 Year
2 purchases

Wrix 2

Subscriptions2
  • Basic License for 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • Pro License for 1 Month$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Permanote free?
Permanote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wrix 2 free?
Wrix 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Permanote or Wrix 2?
Wrix 2 is rated higher. Permanote averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Wrix 2 averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Permanote or Wrix 2 have ads?
Permanote shows ads; Wrix 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Permanote or Wrix 2?
Permanote ships an update every 10 months, and Wrix 2 every 4 weeks. Most recently, Permanote was updated on September 11, 2026 and Wrix 2 on June 11, 2026.

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