Comparison

Notes vs Kryptos

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Kryptos

Features
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Kryptos is a privacy-first password manager for iPhone and iPad. Your credentials are encrypted on your device before anything is saved to your own iCloud Drive or Google Drive vault—so you stay in control of where your data lives. WHY KRYPTOS • End-to-end encryption on device with AES-256-GCM and Argon2id key derivation • Unlock quickly with Face ID or Touch ID • Works offline—browse, add, and edit credentials without a connection • No ads, no analytics, and no third-party tracking SDKs STORE EVERYTHING YOU NEED • Logins with usernames, passwords, site URLs, TOTP authenticator secrets, and security questions • Credit and debit cards, bank accounts, Wi‑Fi passwords, SSH/API keys, and passkeys • Secure notes with flexible sections • Custom fields on any credential type FILL PASSWORDS FASTER • Password AutoFill extension for Safari and supported apps • Built-in password generator • TOTP codes for accounts that use authenticator apps STAY AWARE OF RISK • Security dashboard with strength and reuse insights • Breach checks using k-anonymity (only a partial hash is sent—never your full password) SYNC ON YOUR TERMS • Optional encrypted vault sync to iCloud Drive or Google Drive • Your master password never leaves your device; cloud storage holds only an encrypted vault file Designed with accessibility in mind: VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and WCAG-minded contrast in the Cipher light and dark themes. Kryptos is built native with Swift and SwiftUI for iOS 17 and later.

Screenshots

Notes4 screens
Kryptos4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kryptos at none against Notes's 1. Kryptos also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Notes's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price 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. Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kryptos asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notes ships an update monthly, Kryptos weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Notes versus Kryptos: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotesKryptos
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (654 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings654 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrange DogSaichand Akkineni

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

Kryptos

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notes

One-time1
  • Disable ads$9.99
None

Kryptos

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notes free?
Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kryptos free?
Kryptos is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notes or Kryptos have ads?
Notes shows ads; Kryptos does not.
Which is updated more often, Notes or Kryptos?
Notes ships an update monthly, and Kryptos weekly. Most recently, Notes was updated on September 27, 2026 and Kryptos on September 9, 2026.

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