Start Note vs Sheet Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Start Note
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v1.0.0 of Start Note add convenient functionality to the traditional note taking app. Features Include: - Ability to create/delete notes - Ability to add/delete tables, associated with notes - Integrated stopwatch (excellent for tracking rest times when exercising) - Big buttons for adding / deleting columns / rows - Ability to compare past tables on the fly if a previous table is detected that has the same title Tap the stopwatch to start it. Tap it to pause it. Hold it to reset it. Enjoy!
Sheet Notes
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Sheet Notes: Notes in a Grid Sheet Notes is a flexible workspace for people who find linear documents too restrictive and spreadsheets too rigid. It organizes your ideas into a grid where every cell acts as a Markdown-ready canvas. How it works: * Grid Layout: Move beyond lists. Structure projects and data in a layout that follows your thought process. * Full Markdown: Use rich text, headers, code blocks, and images within any cell. * Seamless Sync: Works across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud, with an optional GitHub sync for version control and sync to other platforms like Windows. * Privacy First: Your data stays on your device. Itβs fast, works offline, and doesnβt track you. * Customization: Choose from themes like Midnight or Sand, or build your own to suit your workflow. Itβs a simple, non-linear way to keep your research, writing, and planning organized without the overhead of a complex database.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Start Note at 9.0 against Sheet Notes's 26.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Start Note | Sheet Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 β better | 26.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brett Owers | Dan Olov Hyllengren |
In-app purchases
Start Note
No in-app purchases
Sheet Notes
No in-app purchases









