# Outliner for iPad vs Notepad

The clearest difference is update cadence: Notepad at every 6 weeks against Outliner for iPad's every 4 months. Notepad also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (91% vs 82%). Outliner for iPad's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 2) and price ($4.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Outliner for iPad costs $4.99 and Notepad $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Notepad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Outliner for iPad has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Outliner for iPad's written reviews are positive against 91% of Notepad's.

Outliner for iPad ships an update every 4 months, Notepad every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Outliner for iPad | Notepad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-notes-checklist-pro/id1512948400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 81.5% of reviews | **90.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 11 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CarbonFin](https://appshunter.io/developer/284455729) | [siarhei yatsuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511544233) |

## What reviewers say

### Outliner for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928)

This application is an iPad-exclusive outlining tool. It is a legacy version, with a universal app available for new users. Contact the developer for any inquiries.

**Highlights:** Outlining tool, iPad exclusive

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple, intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast and responsive performance
- 🔄 Seamless syncing across devices
- 💾 Free cloud backup and sync service
- 📱 Works on iPhone, iPad, and web

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔤 Font size options too limited
- 👁️ Text too small for accessibility needs
- 🎨 No color or formatting options
- 📱 Separate paid apps for iPhone and iPad
- ⌨️ Poor keyboard support and shortcuts

**Reported bugs**

- Font size settings don't include larger options
- Copy and paste functionality lost in recent updates
- OPML export doesn't preserve outline hierarchy in Word
- Text selection and cursor placement issues
- Sync authentication failures causing data loss

**Requested features**

- Larger font size options and accessibility settings
- Color coding and text formatting (bold, italics)
- Folder-based organization for outlines
- Due dates and reminders for tasks
- Password protection and encryption


### Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-notes-checklist-pro/id1512948400)

Capture thoughts, pictures, voice notes, and checklists with this powerful yet simple notepad. Securely store logins and passwords, organize with categories, and easily find information with quick search. Includes reminders and backup options.

**Highlights:** Capture thoughts, pictures, and voice records, Create and manage checklists, Secure storage for logins and passwords, Organize notes with categories and colors, Quick search functionality, Backup and restore data, Password protection for app startup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Outliner for iPad free?

Outliner for iPad costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Notepad free?

Notepad costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Outliner for iPad or Notepad?

Notepad is rated higher. Outliner for iPad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Notepad averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Outliner for iPad or Notepad have ads?

Neither Outliner for iPad nor Notepad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Outliner for iPad or Notepad?

Outliner for iPad ships an update every 4 months, and Notepad every 6 weeks. Most recently, Outliner for iPad was updated on October 2, 2026 and Notepad on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*