Comparison

Sticky Widgets vs Sticky Notes Simple Notes

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

Head to head
About

Sticky Widgets

Easily add customizable sticky notes to your home and lock screens. Sync notes across devices with iCloud and integrate with Siri and Shortcuts. Unlock advanced features like custom colors and reminders with an optional upgrade.

Highlights
  • Home screen widgets
  • Lock screen pinning
  • iCloud sync
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
  • Customizable appearance
  • Multiple widget sizes
Features
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"It's perfect, honestly." - Myke Hurley, Connected "What makes Sticky Widgets great is the simplicity of the experience." - Ryan Christoffel, MacStories "This is a great concept." - Dave Mark, The Loop Welcome to Sticky Widgets, the absolute easiest way to put a sticky note on your home screen and edit it quickly. Add as many Sticky Widgets as you'd like, in every widget size. It's simple! It works on iPad! You can even pin notes to your Lock Screen with a premium subscription so they're visible even when your phone is locked! 1. Add a Sticky Widget to your home screen 2. Tap on the widget to edit it 3. That's about it! But that's not all. Once you have a widget in place, you can customize it: change color, background, font, alignment, size, even rotation! And your widgets now sync to your iCloud account, meaning you can put a note on multiple devices logged into the same Apple ID and they'll stay in sync. Sticky Widgets supports deep system integration with Siri, Shortcuts, the Dynamic Island, and more so there are even more ways to view and update your notes and lists. Sticky Widgets is free to download and use. You get unlimited widgets, three classic background colors, three fonts, iCloud sync, Siri and Shortcuts integration, and full control over alignment, size, and rotation: all without paying a thing. An optional upgrade unlocks everything else: the full color picker with any color you want, gradients and mesh gradients, hundreds of additional fonts, custom text colors, Lock Screen pinning, separate styling for light and dark mode, saved presets, the ability to restore archived notes, scheduled reminders, and no ads. Premium features can be accessed with a monthly, quarterly, or annual subscription, or with a one-time purchase. The Sticky Widgets Terms of Use and Privacy Policy can be found at https://www.tylerhillsman.com/privacy-sw/. The Apple EULA can be found at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Sticky Notes Simple Notes

Easily capture and organize your thoughts, reminders, and lists with this simple and fast note-taking application. Color-code your notes, set reminders, and sync them across devices for seamless access. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone seeking better organization.

Highlights
  • Quick note creation and editing
  • Customizable color-coding
  • Pinning important notes
  • Task reminders and alerts
  • Dark mode support
  • iCloud synchronization
Features
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Maintain organization and ensure nothing is overlooked with Sticky Notes, your preferred application for efficient, vibrant, and accessible note-taking. Whether you need to create a shopping list, outline daily tasks, or capture fleeting ideas—Sticky Notes facilitates effortless note-taking and immediate retrieval. Capture ideas in an instant with Sticky Notes — the easiest way to jot down reminders, lists, and everyday thoughts. Designed for speed and simplicity, it’s your personal notepad that’s always just a tap away. Key Features: - Quick Notes: Create and edit notes in seconds - Custom Colors: Color-code your notes for easy organization - Pin Important Notes: Keep your most used notes at the top - Reminders: Set alerts so you never miss a task - Dark Mode Support: Easy on the eyes, day or night - iCloud Sync: Access your notes across all your devices - Fast & Easy: Create, edit, and manage notes effortlessly - Color Coding: Organize your notes with vibrant colors - Reminders: Set custom alerts so you never forget a thing Whether you're a student, a professional, or just someone who likes to stay organized, Sticky Notes is the perfect companion to keep your thoughts tidy and accessible. Perfect For: - Students managing class notes and assignments - Professionals tracking tasks, meetings, and ideas - Busy parents juggling schedules and shopping lists - Creatives capturing inspirations on the go - Anyone who wants a simple way to stay organized [Sticky Notes Simple Notes Pro Subscription] - Sticky Notes Simple Notes Pro subscription is billed monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to the selected plan. In addition, a one-time payment will be offered if needed, which is not one of the subscription plan. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. [Terms of Use] https://skyinfotechdeveloper.com/birthdayVideo_terms.html [Privacy Policy] https://skyinfotechdeveloper.com/birthdayVideo_policy.html

Screenshots

Sticky Widgets4 screens
Sticky Notes Simple Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sticky Widgets at 4.6 against Sticky Notes Simple Notes's 3.4. Sticky Widgets also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%) and ratings volume (30K vs 5). On price, ads, 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. Sticky Widgets sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Sticky Notes Simple Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sticky Widgets holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sticky Widgets has 30K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Sticky Widgets's written reviews are positive against 0% of Sticky Notes Simple Notes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sticky Widgets ships an update every 2 weeks, Sticky Notes Simple Notes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sticky Widgets versus Sticky Notes Simple Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSticky WidgetsSticky Notes Simple Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (30K ratings) — better3.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews40.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings30K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer1881 Digital, LLCLaxay Gajera

Customer experience

Sticky Widgets

All ratings29,704 ratings
Positive88.8%
Neutral4.0%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews941 reviews
Positive40.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative48.9%

Sticky Notes Simple Notes

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Sticky Widgets

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Notes randomly disappearing
  • Editing issues where changes don't save
  • Widgets not updating properly
  • Crashes and freezes after recent updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add checklist functionality
  • Improve syncing across devices
  • Allow rearranging of notes
  • Provide better note organization options
  • Add support for more languages

Sticky Notes Simple Notes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Sticky Widgets

Subscriptions6
  • Upgrade - Monthly7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Upgrade - Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Upgrade - Quarterly7 Days trial$2.993 Months
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  • Upgrade - Quarterly7 Days trial$4.993 Months
  • Upgrade - Annual7 Days trial$8.991 Year
  • Upgrade - Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time3
  • Classic$2.99
  • Upgrade - One-Time Option$19.99
  • Upgrade - One-Time Option$34.99
3 purchases

Sticky Notes Simple Notes

Subscriptions3
  • Sticky_Plan_Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Sticky_Plan_Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Sticky_Plan_Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Sticky Widgets free?
Sticky Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sticky Notes Simple Notes free?
Sticky Notes Simple Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sticky Widgets or Sticky Notes Simple Notes?
Sticky Widgets is rated higher. Sticky Widgets averages 4.6 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Sticky Notes Simple Notes averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.
Do Sticky Widgets or Sticky Notes Simple Notes have ads?
Neither Sticky Widgets nor Sticky Notes Simple Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sticky Widgets or Sticky Notes Simple Notes?
Sticky Widgets ships an update every 2 weeks, and Sticky Notes Simple Notes every 2 months. Most recently, Sticky Widgets was updated on November 13, 2026 and Sticky Notes Simple Notes on October 30, 2026.

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