Comparison

XL Notes vs iCandy Companion

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

Head to head
About

XL Notes

Easily capture notes, memos, and checklists on your mobile device. Organize your thoughts, tasks, and even diary entries without needing a physical notepad. Customize text and share your notes effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Note and memo capture
  • Checklist creation
  • International keyboard support
  • Predictive text option
  • Text formatting (font, size, color)
  • Share notes via mail, text, social media
Features
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XL Notes is an utility that simplifies the capture of your notes, memos or comments. You can write your checklists with checks or tasks You don't need to carry notepad or notebook At home, at office or on your way, you can be organized or even type in your dairy. Options: International keyboard Special characters Predictive text on/off Send to Mail,Text,copy, social media.... Text options (font, size and color) Badge number for unchecked items https://jbstevenard.fr/privacy-policy/

About

iCandy Companion

Features
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The iCandy Companion app is your essential tool for managing and maintaining your iCandy device. Designed for seamless wireless connectivity, this app puts powerful device management features right at your fingertips. KEY FEATURES Version Manager Keep your device up to date with the latest software and firmware releases. The app automatically checks for updates and allows you to wirelessly install new versions to your iCandy device. View current software and firmware versions at a glance, and receive notifications when updates are available. CAN Logger Capture detailed diagnostic logs directly from your device's CAN bus. This powerful troubleshooting tool helps identify and resolve issues by recording real-time data that can be shared with support teams. Export logs via email for analysis and support assistance. Wi-Fi Configuration Easily connect your iCandy device to your wireless network. Scan for available networks, manage saved connections, and configure Wi-Fi settings without needing physical access to the device. Switch between networks seamlessly and monitor connection status in real-time. Connection Management The app automatically discovers and connects to your iCandy device on your local network. Monitor connection status, firmware health, and device capabilities from the main dashboard. Receive instant feedback on device status and connectivity. SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE • Automatic device discovery on your local network • Real-time connection monitoring and status updates • Intuitive interface designed for quick access to essential functions • Background connectivity management • Secure local network communication PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT Whether you're performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting an issue, or updating to the latest features, the iCandy Companion app provides the tools you need to keep your device running at peak performance. Perfect for both casual users and technical professionals who need reliable device management capabilities. Download the iCandy Companion app today and experience effortless device management.

Screenshots

XL Notes4 screens
iCandy Companion3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iCandy Companion at none against XL Notes's shown. iCandy Companion also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. XL Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and iCandy Companion sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XL Notes ships an update every 9 months, iCandy Companion every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
XL Notes versus iCandy Companion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXL NotesiCandy Companion
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJB STEVENARDInteractive Technologies, Inc. (KS)

In-app purchases

2 purchases

XL Notes

Subscriptions2
  • Go Premium$1.991 Month
  • Go Premium$14.991 Year
1 purchases

iCandy Companion

One-time1
  • Hula$0.99

Questions

Is XL Notes free?
XL Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iCandy Companion free?
iCandy Companion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do XL Notes or iCandy Companion have ads?
XL Notes shows ads; iCandy Companion does not.
Which is updated more often, XL Notes or iCandy Companion?
XL Notes ships an update every 9 months, and iCandy Companion every 2 weeks. Most recently, XL Notes was updated on November 1, 2026 and iCandy Companion on October 28, 2026.

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