Comparison

Plain Text Editor vs EasyNote

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

Head to head
About

Plain Text Editor

This utility app removes text formatting and images from your clipboard, converting content to plain text. It allows for easy editing and batch processing of clipboard contents, with an auto-processing feature available via in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Remove text formatting
  • Erase images from clipboard
  • Convert clipboard to plain text
  • Edit text in editor
  • Batch processing
  • Auto batch processing (in-app purchase)
Features
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Have you ever had trouble with the size and color of text when you copy and paste it? "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an app that will solve the problem. "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an editor that can erase text styles and photos in the clipboard. You can easily change the contents of the clipboard to plain texts only. And you can also edit the text in the editor. [How to use] ∙Tapping "Clip → Editor" button puts the contents of the clipboard into the plain text editor. ∙Tapping "Editor → Clip" button puts the contents of the editor into the clipboard. ∙With the above operations, the contents of the clipboard can be changed to plain text. ∙Tapping "Batch Processing" button, the above two button processes will be performed continuously and the contents of the clipboard will become plain text. ∙If you turn on Auto Batch Processing, Batch Processing will be performed when this app is brought to the foreground.(*Auto Batch Processing requires an in-app purchase) ∙You can edit text in the editor. ∙On iPhone or iPad, tap editor screen to show the keyboard. ∙The number of characters in the editor is displayed at the top right of the screen. ∙Paste Permission Dialog will not appear if you select "Allow" from "Settings" > "Apps" > "PlainText" > "Paste from Other Apps. ∙Tap "ⓘ" button at the top left of the screen to open the information. The developer assumes no responsibility for any accident, violation, loss or claims by third parties which may arise from the use of this app. Terms of Use: This application is provided under the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA). https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

EasyNote

A straightforward notebook for creating and organizing plain text notes. It offers local storage and optional cloud synchronization for backup and cross-device access. Notes can be secured with a lock for added privacy.

Highlights
  • Local note storage
  • Cloud synchronization
  • Cross-device access
  • Secure note locking
  • Seamless transfer
Features
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EasyNote is your simple, distraction‑free notebook. Write and organize plain text notes without clutter — no images, no extras, just clean text. • Local Notes: Keep notes stored safely on your device. • Cloud Sync: Create an account to back up notes and access them across iOS and non‑iOS devices. • Seamless Transfer: Copy notes between local and cloud anytime. • Secure & Private: Lock your notes for extra peace of mind. EasyNote is built for speed, clarity, and reliability — the way note‑taking should be.

Screenshots

Plain Text Editor1 screens
EasyNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EasyNote at 3.7 against Plain Text Editor's 3.0. EasyNote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (60% vs 50%). Plain Text Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 10 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. Plain Text Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. EasyNote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EasyNote holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Plain Text Editor's written reviews are positive against 60% of EasyNote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, EasyNote every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Plain Text Editor versus EasyNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlain Text EditorEasyNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTakao IchimuraWilfred Cruz

Customer experience

Plain Text Editor

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

EasyNote

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Plain Text Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$7.99
None

EasyNote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plain Text Editor free?
Plain Text Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EasyNote free?
EasyNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Plain Text Editor or EasyNote?
EasyNote is rated higher. Plain Text Editor averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while EasyNote averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Plain Text Editor or EasyNote have ads?
Both Plain Text Editor and EasyNote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Plain Text Editor or EasyNote?
Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, and EasyNote every 10 months. Most recently, Plain Text Editor was updated on October 7, 2026 and EasyNote on September 16, 2026.

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