Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool vs Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool
This app offers a straightforward and aesthetically pleasing way to jot down notes. It's designed for users who prefer simplicity over complex features, providing an intuitive and stress-free note-taking experience.
- Simple note-taking
- Beautiful design
- Easy to use interface
- Intuitive management
- Stress-free experience
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○ For people like this ・People who just want to keep taking notes in a simple way. ・People who want to use a simple but easy to use notepad. ・People who are tired of using notepad with complicated settings. ○ Simple and beautiful design It is designed to be a simple and easy-to-use taking note. It has become such a sophisticated design that "pull" rather than "add" the function. It is an application that embodies "simple is best". ○ Easy to use Thanks to its simple design and no extra features, you can use the app intuitively. You can manage your notepad in a fun and stress-free manner.
Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists
Capture ideas, to-dos, and reminders instantly with this fast, lightweight notepad. Enjoy a simple, distraction-free interface that works entirely offline and keeps your data private on your device. Organize and edit notes with ease for a clean note-taking experience.
- Quick note-taking
- Distraction-free interface
- Offline functionality
- Private and secure
- Note organization
- Easy editing and deletion
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Take notes quickly and easily with Kodeo Notes. Whether it’s an idea, a to-do, or something you need to remember, this lightweight notepad helps you write it down instantly. Works offline, loads fast, and keeps your notes private — no accounts, no ads. Features: • Write notes and memos in seconds • Simple, distraction-free interface • Works entirely offline – no internet needed • Private and secure – your data stays on your device • Organize notes in the order you want • Edit or delete notes quickly Why choose Kodeo Notes? Many note apps are bloated, slow, or require an account. Kodeo Notes is different: it’s minimal, fast, and designed for everyday use. Whether you’re jotting down a shopping list, planning a trip, or saving ideas for later, Notepad – Simple Notes & Memos makes it easy. Download now and enjoy a clean, private note-taking experience. Terms of Use: https://kodeo.io/notes/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://kodeo.io/notes/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool at none against Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists's 2. Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool also leads on ratings volume (143 vs 28). Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 83%). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool against 4.9 for Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool has 143 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool's written reviews are positive against 100% of Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists's.
Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool ships an update every 2 weeks, Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool | Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (143 ratings) | 4.9 (28 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 82.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 143 — better | 28 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Futoshi Niiho | Kodeo Labs Ab |
Customer experience
Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool
Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists
In-app purchases
Simple Notepad・Simple and Cool
No in-app purchases
Simple Notes, Notepad & Lists
- Notes Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Pro - Lifetime$4.99
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