My Notebook vs Digital Notebook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
My Notebook
Capture ideas and annotate documents with a versatile note-taking and PDF writing tool. Utilize colorful markers and a shape generator for enhanced creativity. Your work is automatically saved and synced via iCloud for easy access across devices.
- Note-taking on new or existing PDFs
- Variety of colorful markers
- Advanced geometric shape generator
- Auto-save functionality
- iCloud integration for cloud storage
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This simple, but powerful app allows users to either take notes on a new or existing PDF. A variety of bright and colourful markers ensure that your notes are always looking their best. Advanced geometric shape generator allows you to draw perfect shapes every time. Auto save and iCloud integration ensures your notes are up to date and stored on the cloud. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Digital Notebook
This app offers a versatile platform for note-taking, drawing, and document annotation. It includes an AI assistant for brainstorming and research, along with tools for creating class notes, diaries, and sketches. Users can also import and organize their documents for easy access.
- AI-assistant for brainstorming and research
- Freeform note-taking with pen and pencil tools
- Drawing and sketching capabilities with stickers
- Document import, annotation, and organization
- Diary and abstract creation
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Master your productivity with Digital Notebook, the ultimate tool for handwriting notes, journaling, and creative planning. Whether you need to manage school notes, organize your daily life, or start a digital bullet journal, our app provides everything you need in one seamless experience. HANDWRITING NOTES & SCHOOL NOTES Experience the freedom of handwriting notes directly on your device. Perfect for students creating class notes and abstracts, Digital Notebook includes essential tools like a pen, pencil, ruler, and eraser to make your study sessions efficient and intuitive. BULLET JOURNAL & DAILY NOTES Organize your schedule with ease. Use our versatile templates for journaling, daily notes, and life planning. From a structured bullet journal to a creative diary, customize your workflow to match your personal style. PERSONAL AI CHATBOT Supercharge your note making with our personal AI assistant. Use it for brainstorming ideas, completing school assignments, or finding quick inspiration. Your AI companion is ready to help you plan events or answer any question instantly. DRAWING BOARD & SKETCHES Express yourself with our integrated drawing board. Use various drawing tools and stickers to create sketches, decorate your digital notebook, and add a creative touch to your everyday routine. IMPORT & ORGANIZE Keep your files secure and accessible. Import, annotate, and organize your documents on the go. It is the most efficient way to manage your daily notes and essential files in one pocket-sized workspace. Download Digital Notebook today and redefine your note-taking experience! Please note: some features require a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://appsprings.pro/privacy Terms of Use: https://appsprings.pro/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Digital Notebook at 4.5 against My Notebook's 3.7. Digital Notebook also leads on ratings volume (248 vs 25) and iOS requirement (16 vs 26.0). My Notebook's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. My Notebook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Digital Notebook sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Digital Notebook holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Notebook has 248 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 18% of My Notebook's written reviews are positive against 10% of Digital Notebook's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
My Notebook ships an update every 2 weeks, Digital Notebook every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.
| Parameter | My Notebook | Digital Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (25 ratings) | 4.5 (248 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews — better | 10.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 25 | 248 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 124 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alistair Shaw | Appsprings, TOO |
Customer experience
My Notebook
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In-app purchases
My Notebook
- MyNotebook Premium (Monthly)$2.991 Month
- My Notebook Pro$6.99
Digital Notebook
- 1 week subscription$1.997 Days
- Note taking & PDF markup tools3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Note taking & PDF markup tools$4.991 Month
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- 1 Week Subscription$6.997 Days
- 3 months subscription7 Days trial$7.993 Months
- 1 Year Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- 1 Month Subscription$19.991 Month
- 12 Months Premium$19.991 Year
- 3 Months3 Months trial$41.493 Months
- 3 Months Subscription3 Months trial$41.493 Months
- 12 Months Subscription$66.991 Year
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