# Outliner for iPad vs PlainMark Editor

The clearest difference is price: PlainMark Editor at $0.99 against Outliner for iPad's $4.99. PlainMark Editor also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Outliner for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Outliner for iPad costs $4.99 and PlainMark Editor $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | Outliner for iPad | PlainMark Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **13** | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Size | 11 MB | 0 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CarbonFin](https://appshunter.io/developer/284455729) | [Commerce Beacon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1504000143) |

## 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


### PlainMark Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plainmark-editor/id6792390011)

**Features:** 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 PlainMark Editor free?

PlainMark Editor costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Outliner for iPad or PlainMark Editor have ads?

Neither Outliner for iPad nor PlainMark Editor shows ads.

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