Comparison

NoteYebos vs BoardNotes

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

Head to head
About

NoteYebos

This app allows users to take notes using both typing and handwriting, with features like paper templates, image insertion, and cloud sync. Organize notes into custom notebooks and export them to PDF.

Highlights
  • Keyboard and handwriting input
  • Paper templates
  • Image insertion
  • Cloud sync
  • Note encryption
  • PDF export
  • Annotation tools
Features
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NoteYebos APP is a handwritten note application independently developed by Yebos brand. The operation is simple, the function is practical, and there is no cost. In NoteYebos you can either type with a keyboard or write notes by hand with a capacitive pen. It has some very practical functions, such as paper templates, which can provide suitable paper templates according to the different needs of users. Another great feature of NoteYebos is the flexibility to make comments and insert pictures. You can create different notebooks to organize your notes, you can customize the cover of the notebook, and choose a variety of paper materials and writing templates. If you like multitasking, NoteYebos works fine in view mode. [Features] - Support keyboard handwriting mixed input, faster and more intimate. - Support original handwriting, the content is automatically saved in the device. - Flexible editing content, handwriting color change. - Flexible insertion of pictures in notes. - Set up cloud sync to protect your important notes. - Encrypt your notes to prevent strangers from viewing them. - Support multiple font changes to make your notes more beautiful. - Support iPad split screen, improve work efficiency. - Support to add desktop widgets, make the desktop more rich. - Support the insertion of emojis, which can express a richer emotion. - Easily export notes to PDF format and share to other mainstream social platforms. [Feature highlights] Comments and notes: - Support text extract and rectangular extract, you can very quickly cut the book into countless small pieces in the notebook; - Support directly on the page to circle or underline extracts; - Support direct annotation in the margins, notes will not cover the content of the book; - Support text, voice, picture, hand-drawn and other annotation forms; - Add hashtags to notes to facilitate the connection between notes; NoteYebos will bring you a new and unique reading and learning experience. At any time, you can communicate with us about your experience and problems, and we will listen to your suggestions and improve the app

About

BoardNotes

This app combines whiteboard, notebook, PDF management, mind mapping, and flashcard creation into a single, versatile handwriting note-taking tool. It offers a wide array of pen types, organizational features, and study aids to enhance productivity and learning.

Highlights
  • Handwriting note-taking
  • Integrated whiteboard
  • PDF import and editing
  • Mind mapping functionality
  • Spaced repetition flashcards
  • Multiple pen and brush types
  • Layer management
Features
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Feature Introduction: BoardNotes is a versatile handwriting note-taking app that integrates five major functions—whiteboard, notebook, PDF, mind map, and flashcards—covering most note-taking scenarios. It serves as your All-In-One App. Handwriting Pen: 1. BoardNotes utilizes Apple's native pen technology and has developed additional pens tailored for Chinese writing, including a fountain pen, a laser pointer for presentations, and a tape pen for masking notes. 2. Choose from a variety of brushes (laser pen, tape pen, ballpoint pen, straight-line pen, wavy-line pen, custom fountain pen, quill pen, pencil, marker, watercolor pen, fill pen, single-line pen, crayon, freehand pen) to unleash your creativity. 3. Lasso tool (extremely powerful). 4. Eraser (pixel eraser and object eraser). Whiteboard: 1. The whiteboard is ideal for organizing fragmented knowledge, brainstorming, and boosting creativity. 2. Write and draw freely without worrying about boundaries. 3. Customize background colors and grid templates. 4. Add various card types (text, image, video, audio, webpage, file, handwriting). 5. Multiple auxiliary tools: background board, pins, link navigation (supports bidirectional links), connectors, timer (countdown supported), calculator. 6. Quickly locate notes using the search function. Notebook & PDF: 1. Create notebooks and PDFs with multiple paper templates and cover options. Import images from Photos or PDFs from the Files app as pages or covers. 2. Add text, images, stickers, videos, webpage snapshots, audio recordings, links (bidirectional links supported), timers, calculators, and floating PDF windows. 3. Layer functionality—show or hide layers as needed. 4. Insert new pages via blank sheets, images, scanned documents, or files. 5. Cut, copy, and paste pages into other notebooks or PDFs. 6. Duplicate, rotate, or delete pages. 7. Reorder pages via long-press and drag in thumbnail view. 8. Create outlines and add bookmarks. 9. Search (text, handwritten notes, etc.). 10. Import e-books (epub, mobi, azw, etc.). Mind Map: 1. Mind mapping is a key feature within the whiteboard. 2. Nodes support multiple formats (text, image, handwriting, video, audio, webpage snapshot, file). 3. Offers 3 structures and 18 color schemes. 4. Add summaries (brackets). 5. Handwritten mind maps (using handwritten cards). 6. Long-press and drag selected cards into the mind map. 7. Reorder nodes or adjust hierarchy via long-press and drag. Flashcard: 1. Flashcards use the SuperMemo algorithm to automatically schedule optimal review intervals, reminding you before forgetting to maximize memory efficiency. 2. Flashcards support text, images, and handwriting. 3. Quickly create cards from notes in whiteboards, notebooks, or PDFs using the rectangular lasso tool. Download BoardNotes for free on iPad, iPhone, and Mac. For suggestions, please contact us via the in-app feedback feature.

Screenshots

NoteYebos4 screens
BoardNotes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BoardNotes at 4.7 against NoteYebos's 2.0. BoardNotes also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 40%) and ratings volume (115 vs 8). NoteYebos's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 25) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. BoardNotes sells 23 one-off in-app purchases. NoteYebos asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BoardNotes holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BoardNotes has 115 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of NoteYebos's written reviews are positive against 81% of BoardNotes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NoteYebos ships an update every 3 weeks, BoardNotes every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on July 8, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NoteYebos versus BoardNotes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteYebosBoardNotes
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (8 ratings)4.7 (115 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews81.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8115 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB339 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Jinji Digital Technology Co.,LtdChongqing Ouluowa Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

NoteYebos

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

BoardNotes

All ratings115 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative14.3%

Bugs and requests

NoteYebos

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

BoardNotes

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Whiteboards erasing automatically
  • No automatic backup leading to data loss
  • Syncing issues between iPad and Mac
  • Pencil tip not appearing on PDF annotations
  • App crashes frequently
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  • Recording data is lost
  • Cannot create new notebooks
  • Gear icon for settings missing in dark mode
  • Issue with eraser and color selection logic
  • Lasso tool missing cut button after cropping
  • PDF embeds appear blurry
  • Handwriting search not implemented
  • Accidental touches/palm rejection issues
  • Chinese font display issues in markdown
  • App freezes when using search function
  • Software flashes back (crashes)

Requested features

24 requests
  • Sync to Google Drive/other cloud services
  • Faster 'add to cards' function
  • View carded items in sidebar
  • Color coding for pins
  • Image opacity adjustment
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  • Faster image copy from whiteboard
  • Android app version
  • WebDAV function
  • Markdown editing/viewing function
  • Handwriting recognition and search
  • Improve palm rejection/anti-touch
  • Add more brush types (with stroke variation)
  • Search for handwritten text
  • Dark Mode UI
  • More calculator functions (square root, trig identities)
  • In-app browser (ChatGPT, YouTube integration)
  • Easier UI navigation of notebook pages
  • Ability to change existing page formats
  • More in-depth pen fine-tuning
  • Optimize UI, move undo/redo to top right
  • Adjust pressure sensitivity
  • Customizable top toolbar icons
  • Add college rule paper
  • Translate function for papers

In-app purchases

None

NoteYebos

No in-app purchases

23 purchases

BoardNotes

One-time23
  • 7 days membership$0.99
  • 5 days membership$0.99
  • Math Formula Recognition$1.99
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  • 1 month membership$1.99
  • Annual Membership$3.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$3.99
  • 6 months membership$3.99
  • 6 months membership (discount)$3.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$4.99
  • Annual Membership$4.99
  • 6 months membership2 variants$4.99
  • Full version Unlock$5.99
  • Annual Membership (discount)$5.99
  • 6 months membership$6.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$6.99
  • Annual Membership2 variants$6.99
  • Spring Festival Discount$6.99
  • Annual Membership$7.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$7.99
  • Permanent Unlock All(discount)$7.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$8.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$9.99
  • Permanent Unlock All$19.99

Questions

Is NoteYebos free?
NoteYebos is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoardNotes free?
BoardNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NoteYebos or BoardNotes?
BoardNotes is rated higher. NoteYebos averages 2.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while BoardNotes averages 4.7 from 115 ratings.
Do NoteYebos or BoardNotes have ads?
BoardNotes shows ads; NoteYebos does not.
Which is updated more often, NoteYebos or BoardNotes?
NoteYebos ships an update every 3 weeks, and BoardNotes every 10 days. Most recently, NoteYebos was updated on July 8, 2026 and BoardNotes on September 27, 2026.

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