Comparison

Super Simplest Note vs Paper Memo

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

Head to head
About

Super Simplest Note

This is a minimalist note-taking application designed for straightforward text input. It automatically saves your entries as you type, offering a no-frills experience for quick memos. Data is lost upon uninstallation.

Highlights
  • Automatic text saving
  • Simple text input
  • Minimalist interface
  • Quick memo functionality
Features
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Super Simplest Note is an ultra-simple note app designed for fast and distraction-free writing. If you're looking for a lightweight notepad, memo pad, or text editor, this is the perfect choice. There are no accounts, folders, checklists, reminders, or unnecessary features. Just open the app and start typing. No intrusive elements, such as advertisements, are displayed while the application is in use. Everything you write is automatically saved as you type, so you never have to worry about pressing a Save button. Simply tap the keyboard and write your notes, ideas, reminders, shopping lists, or anything else you want to remember. Whether you need a quick memo, a simple text editor, or a minimal notepad for everyday use, Super Simplest Note helps you focus on your words without distractions. **Features** * Ultra-simple and lightweight design * Automatic saving while you type * Fast startup * Clean, distraction-free interface * Perfect for notes, memos, ideas, and reminders Please note that all note data is stored locally on your device. If you uninstall the app, all saved notes will be permanently deleted.

About

Paper Memo

Features
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・Feels as pleasant to the touch as handling paper ・Review past notes as if flipping through pages ・Start taking notes immediately upon opening the app ・Supports handwriting and photo attachments ・Includes sharing features and web clipping ・Ad-free, free up to 30 pages (one-time purchase: $1)

Screenshots

Super Simplest Note4 screens
Paper Memo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Super Simplest Note at none against Paper Memo's 1. Super Simplest Note also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. Paper Memo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Super Simplest Note asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Super Simplest Note ships an update every 3 days, Paper Memo every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Super Simplest Note versus Paper Memo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper Simplest NotePaper Memo
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasaki KannoYUSUKE HAYASAKA

In-app purchases

None

Super Simplest Note

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Paper Memo

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro version$0.99

Questions

Is Super Simplest Note free?
Super Simplest Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paper Memo free?
Paper Memo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Super Simplest Note or Paper Memo have ads?
Neither Super Simplest Note nor Paper Memo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Super Simplest Note or Paper Memo?
Super Simplest Note ships an update every 3 days, and Paper Memo every 2 weeks. Most recently, Super Simplest Note was updated on November 3, 2026 and Paper Memo on October 28, 2026.

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