Comparison

Notebook vs Quick Widget Memo

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

Head to head
About

Notebook

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
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Organize Your Thoughts, Simplify Your Life! Tired of messy notes or forgotten ideas?
 Turn chaos into clarity with Notes – Notebook & List Maker, your ultimate space for creativity, planning, and productivity.
Whether you’re journaling, managing projects, or capturing daily ideas — keep everything beautifully organized and accessible anytime, anywhere. Perfect for students, professionals, creators, and anyone who loves to stay organized and inspired! Key Features • Unlimited Notes & Lists
Write, plan, and create without limits — from quick thoughts to detailed notebooks. • Folders & Organization Tools
Sort your notes easily into folders and categories for a clean, clutter-free workspace. • Rich Text Editing
Customize fonts, colors, and styles to make your notes uniquely yours. • Checklists & To-Do Lists
Stay productive with easy task lists and reminders — perfect for daily routines or long-term goals. • Cloud Sync & Backup
Access your notes from anywhere with secure cloud sync and never lose important data again. • Quick Search & Tags
Find what you need instantly with smart search and tagging features. Go Premium Unlock your full potential with Notes Premium: • Ad-Free Experience
Enjoy distraction-free writing and focus on what matters most. • Unlimited Folders & Storage
Create as many notebooks and folders as you like — perfect for large projects or journaling. • Exclusive Themes & Customization
Personalize your workspace with elegant themes and color palettes. • Priority Support
Get faster assistance from our team whenever you need help. Subscription Info Weekly Subscription – $4.99 Use Cases * Journaling & daily reflections
 * Project planning & task management
 * Study notes & class organization
 * Grocery lists & reminders
 * Creative writing or brainstorming ideas
 * Work documentation & meeting notes
 We know how valuable your ideas are — that’s why Notes – Notebook & List Maker helps you keep them safe, structured, and stylish.
Capture thoughts instantly, plan smarter, and stay productive every single day — all in one elegant app. Start writing smarter. Stay organized. Be unstoppable. Privacy Policy: https://solitudecolorsllc.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/
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About

Quick Widget Memo

Capture ideas instantly with home screen widgets. Jot down thoughts without opening the app, using Apple Pencil for customization. Save and modify notes easily, with options for dark mode and background colors.

Highlights
  • Home screen widget for instant notes
  • Apple Pencil support for pen type and color
  • Edit handwritten notes with undo/redo
  • Customizable background color and dark mode
  • Three widget sizes (large, medium, small)
Features
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Capture your ideas on the go with ease! With our iOS app, you can add a widget to your home screen for quick note-taking without even having to open the app. Simply tap the widget and start jotting down your thoughts right away! Never miss a brilliant idea again. This app allows you to quickly capture your ideas and plans, making it easy to remember them even when you're busy. By tapping the widget on your Home screen, you can easily start writing your notes. Here's how to create your own notes: 1. Long-press on your Home screen 2. Tap the "+" button and search for the "Quick Widget Memo" widget 3. Add the widget of your choice (large, medium, or small) 4. Tap the added widget 5. The "Quick Widget Memo" app will launch 6. Save your note and it will be reflected on the widget Here are some of the features and benefits of the app: * You can create only three types of notes (large, medium, and small), making it easy to manage them without any hassle * You can use an Apple Pencil to choose the pen type and color * You can easily modify your handwritten notes using the eraser, undo, and redo features * You can personalize your handwritten notes by changing the background color or using the Dark Mode feature Best of all, "Quick Widget Memo" is completely free with no hidden fees or in-app purchases. Whether you're a busy person or simply enjoy handwritten notes, give "Quick Widget Memo" a try today! Terms: https://mozkzki.github.io/apps/tegakimemo/terms_and_conditions/english Privacy Policy: https://mozkzki.github.io/apps/tegakimemo/privacy_policy/english

Screenshots

Notebook4 screens
Quick Widget Memo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Quick Widget Memo at none against Notebook's 1. Quick Widget Memo also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%). Notebook's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 21 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notebook ships an update every 3 weeks, Quick Widget Memo every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Notebook versus Quick Widget Memo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotebookQuick Widget Memo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (523 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings523 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 21 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSolitude ColorsYutaka Kato

Customer experience

Notebook

All ratings523 ratings
Positive83.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative22.1%

Quick Widget Memo

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Notebook

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Quick Widget Memo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notebook

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
None

Quick Widget Memo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notebook free?
Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quick Widget Memo free?
Quick Widget Memo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notebook or Quick Widget Memo have ads?
Both Notebook and Quick Widget Memo show ads.
Which is updated more often, Notebook or Quick Widget Memo?
Notebook ships an update every 3 weeks, and Quick Widget Memo every 21 months. Most recently, Notebook was updated on October 8, 2026 and Quick Widget Memo on October 9, 2026.

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