# Handwritten ToDo vs Notebook

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Handwritten ToDo at none against Notebook's 1. Handwritten ToDo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Notebook's advantage is ratings volume (523 vs 64) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Notebook sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Handwritten ToDo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Handwritten ToDo holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notebook has 523 ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Handwritten ToDo's written reviews are positive against 71% of Notebook's.

Handwritten ToDo ships an update every 4 weeks, Notebook every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handwritten ToDo | Notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwritten-todo/id1548185306/reviews)** | [4.3 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notebook-notes-and-journal/id1670365742/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 64 | **523** |
| Positive reviews | **86.7% of reviews** | 70.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marcus Notzel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1502858989) | [Solitude Colors](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614422096) |

## What reviewers say

### Handwritten ToDo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwritten-todo/id1548185306)

Create and manage to-do lists using your Apple Pencil. Organize tasks with multiple lists, unique tags, and filtering options. Customize how completed tasks are displayed and easily sort or swipe to manage your workflow.

**Highlights:** Handwritten task creation, Multiple to-do lists, Tagging and filtering, Customizable task display, Sorting and swipe actions, Dark mode support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notebook-notes-and-journal/id1670365742)

Organize your thoughts, plans, and ideas with a versatile notebook and list-making application. Create unlimited notes, manage tasks with checklists, and customize your workspace. Sync across devices for seamless access to your organized information.

**Highlights:** Unlimited notes and lists, Folders and organization tools, Rich text editing, Checklists and to-do lists, Cloud sync and backup, Quick search and tags

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Great organization system
- 🚀 Simple and quick
- 🤩 Excellent AI-powered features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 💸 Excessive ads disrupting usage
- 🔒 Lack of customization options
- 🤯 Confusing navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and lost user data
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Copying and pasting not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add search functionality
- Improve delete/edit options
- Provide subscription-free version
- Enhance calendar integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Handwritten ToDo free?

Handwritten ToDo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Notebook free?

Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Handwritten ToDo or Notebook?

Handwritten ToDo is rated higher. Handwritten ToDo averages 4.6 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Notebook averages 4.3 from 523 ratings.

### Do Handwritten ToDo or Notebook have ads?

Notebook shows ads; Handwritten ToDo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Handwritten ToDo or Notebook?

Handwritten ToDo ships an update every 4 weeks, and Notebook every 3 weeks. Most recently, Handwritten ToDo was updated on October 22, 2026 and Notebook on October 22, 2026.

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