Comparison

Pocket Note vs NoteEase

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

Head to head
About

Pocket Note

Transform your device into a powerful business notepad. Quickly capture ideas with handwriting, typing, and rich media. Organize notes into groups and export them as images or PDFs for easy sharing and printing.

Highlights
  • Handwritten and typed input
  • Customizable pen sizes and colors
  • Paste photos and maps
  • Insert figures and lines
  • Export as image or PDF
  • Organize notes into groups
  • iCloud synchronization
Features
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Would you like to make your smartphone or tablet PC into a useful business tool?  Pocket Note is a notepad application specially designed for the business scene. With Pocket Note, you can quickly put your ideas together by a straightforward, simple operation. [Major functions] - We provided grid lines and horizontal ruled lines on the notepad to make it easier to organize what you write down.And when you don't need a grid or horizontal lines, you can choose "blank". - You can input either manually or from the keyboard (compatible with Apple Pencil).  For manual input, choose from 2 pens, "regular" or "thick", and an eraser.  For pen size and color, choose from 20 sizes and 25 colors. - You can paste up to 20 photos on each page. - You can paste maps.  With a map, you can do the following:   You can display your current position on the map using GPS.   By continuously pressing down at a given location on the map, you can place a pin at the location.   By inputting a name or address, you can place a pin at that location.   You can also specify the zoom factor as you wish. - By pasting figures and lines, you can display your notes graphically.  For figures, choose from rectangles, triangles or circles.  You can specify their size and shape freely.  Lines may be with or without arrows.  For figures and lines, choose from 25 different colors. - You can save your notes as an image or a PDF file. You can do the following:  Print them out with a printer.  Save them as images in iOS "Photos".  Attach them to emails as images or PDF files.  Share them as images with iCloud Photo Sharing.  Paste them as images in iOS standard "Notes".  Save them as PDF files in iOS standard "iBooks".  They can be uploaded as images to Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Instagram, Evernote, Flickr, Line, etc.  (If these applications are installed. Also, if the application is compatible with iOS App Extensions, they can be uploaded as images.) - Notes can be organized into groups.  Several groups can be set for each note.  Notes can be displayed by group, or by modified date. - It's compatible with iCloud, so you can share your notes on your iPhone or iPad. - Compatible with Siri Shortcuts. You can use this application for free for 30 days. If you want to use this app from the 31th day onward, please watch the advertisement movie or make In-App Purchase. [Contact us] https://www.studioks.net/en/contact-us/ [Studio K's - Business Applications Maker] https://www.studioks.net/en/

About

NoteEase

This app digitizes handwritten notes and photos, allowing for easy annotation and organization. Capture, edit, and share your visual and text-based ideas across devices for a streamlined workflow.

Highlights
  • Convert photos to digital notes
  • Annotate existing photos
  • Type and format text notes
  • Stylus support for drawing
  • Organize and archive notes
  • Sync and share across devices
Features
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Say goodbye to the hassle of handwritten notes and photos cluttering your life. Welcome to NoteEase+, the ultimate note-taking app that simplifies your life. With NoteEase+, you can effortlessly document your notes, scribble, and annotate on photos or handwritten documents. Whether you're using a smartphone or tablet, NoteEase+ is your digital companion for efficient note-taking and organization. Key Features: Photo to Note: Instantly convert handwritten documents into digital notes by snapping a photo with your device. Photo Annotation: Easily add notes to existing photos from your gallery, creating a visual diary of your memories. Text Input: Type and format your notes with ease, making your text-based notes as beautiful as your handwriting. Stylus Support: Take full advantage of your iPad or tablet with Stylus Pen support. Scribble and draw directly on graphics. Organize and Archive: Efficiently manage your notes, grouping them with related images for a clutter-free experience. Accessibility: Access your notes and photos from any device, be it your smartphone or tablet. Sync and Share: Seamlessly sync and share your notes and images across your devices or with friends and colleagues. Say hello to a decluttered and organized life with NoteEase+. Capture and treasure your handwritten notes and photos digitally while enhancing your note-taking experience. Download NoteEase+ today and embark on a journey of efficient, digital note-taking. --「Paid subscription」-- ● Yearly member $29.99 ● Permanent member $49.99 ● Upon confirmation of purchase, you will be charged from your iTunes account. You can cancel the subscription for the next cycle at least 24 hours before the end of each cycle. The subscription will be automatically renewed within 24 hours after the end of each cycle. The subscribed cycle cannot be cancelled. ● Privacy Policy: http://static.rhinoxlab.com/html/privacy/10162157567636510032_en.html?appName=NoteEase ● Payment agreement: http://static.rhinoxlab.com/html/paymentagreement/general_en.html

Screenshots

Pocket Note4 screens
NoteEase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pocket Note at free with in-app purchases against NoteEase's subscription. NoteEase's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases 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. Pocket Note sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NoteEase sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Pocket Note against 4.4 for NoteEase. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 67 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Pocket Note's written reviews are positive against 42% of NoteEase's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pocket Note ships an update every 2 months, NoteEase monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Pocket Note versus NoteEase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket NoteNoteEase
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (14 ratings)4.4 (67 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews41.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1467 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.1
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB113 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNAOAKI SEKIGUCHIHangzhou Jiadi Bozhong

Customer experience

Pocket Note

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%

NoteEase

All ratings66 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral12.5%
Negative45.8%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pocket Note

One-time1
  • Pocket Note License$3.99
5 purchases

NoteEase

Subscriptions2
  • Yearly member3 Days trial$4.491 Year
  • Yearly member3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Xnotes永久会员优惠价$3.99
  • Permanent member$6.99
  • Permanent member$49.99

Questions

Is Pocket Note free?
Pocket Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NoteEase free?
NoteEase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pocket Note or NoteEase?
NoteEase is rated higher. Pocket Note averages 4.3 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while NoteEase averages 4.4 from 67 ratings.
Do Pocket Note or NoteEase have ads?
Pocket Note shows ads; NoteEase does not.
Which is updated more often, Pocket Note or NoteEase?
Pocket Note ships an update every 2 months, and NoteEase monthly. Most recently, Pocket Note was updated on October 6, 2026 and NoteEase on October 22, 2026.

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