Notes vs Ink Now
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Notes
This app combines a notepad, to-do list, and memo functionality into a single, intuitive interface. Easily create notes from text, voice, or images, and organize them with reminders and sorting options. Secure your data and transfer it to new devices.
- 3-in-1 notepad, to-do list, and memos
- Create notes from photos, images, and voice
- Set notifications and reminders
- Sort notes by urgency, category, due date, color
- Secure notes with a security code
- Data transfer to new devices
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Notes: notepad and lists is a convenient app that helps you make notes and keep lists. Why should you choose Notes: notepad and lists? - 3 in 1 Replace your to-do list, notepad and memos with this simple, all-in-one app. - Easy to use Notes: notepad and lists is an extremely simple and intuitive app. No instructions or tutorial necessary. - Fast Create a note or a list in literally seconds - the perfect way to jot down important information. A notepad, diary and to-do list that suits your face-paced lifestyle. - Multiple formats Create notes from photos, images, and voice messages, and make your to-do list or shopping list. Use it on the go, or even behind the wheel - all you have to do is record your message or take a photo. - Editing You can edit your notes, or add comments, attachments, details and notifications at any time. - Planning Notes: notepad and lists also works as a to-do list: you can set notifications and reminders (one off or repeated) for each note, and the easy-to-use calendar system helps you keep track of deadlines. - Sorting You can sort your notes by urgency, category, due date, and color, so searching through your content is quick and easy. - Security Notes: notepad and lists lets you protect your personal data with a short security-code, meaning only you can access your notes and lists. - Transfer your info If you get a new device, you won't lose your information - registered users can restore their data.
Ink Now
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Ink Now is a fast, focused finger drawing app for quick notes and sketches. No login. No accounts. No clutter. Just open and draw. Designed for speed and simplicity, Ink Now gives you a clean canvas whenever inspiration strikes. Features • Smooth drawing • Fine, marker, and thick brush styles • Light and dark themes • Partial erase mode • Simple page-based layout • No ads Support Ink Now (Optional Unlock) A small one-time purchase unlocks: • PNG export • Up to 20 pages (instead of 3) No subscriptions. No tracking. Perfect for jotting measurements, sketching ideas, and capturing moments when paper and pen aren’t around.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Ink Now at none against Notes's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ink Now sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Notes | Ink Now |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (680 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 78.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 680 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Orange Dog | Jon Tiller |
Bugs and requests
Notes
Reported bugs
1 issue- Unexpected ads appearing after recent updates for paid subscribers
Requested features
3 requests- More engaging task motivation features
- Clearer documentation on note persistence
- Improved customer support interface
Ink Now
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Notes
- Disable ads$9.99
Ink Now
- Support Development$2.99









