Comparison

Notes+ vs Smart Printer-PDF Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Notes+

This app allows users to create and manage various types of notes, including text, handwriting, and tables. It also functions as a file manager with features like folder organization, cloud storage integration, and file transfer capabilities.

Highlights
  • Text and handwriting notes
  • Table notes with PDF export
  • Folder tree structure
  • Cloud storage integration (Dropbox)
  • File transfer (Bluetooth, HTTP Share)
  • Zip and unzip functionality
  • Password protection
Features
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xNotes, My Personal Documents, Diary. 1. Text notes. 2. Handwriting notes, support Apple Pencil and pressure touch. 3. Table notes, export to pdf. 4. Camera pictures and movies. 5. Photo Album pictures and movies. 6. Folder tree structures. 7. Folder view and file view on both columns. 8. Drag and drop to move file to folder. 9. Image crop, resize, rotate. 10. Zip and unzip, including sub-folders, easy to backup and restore. 11. HTTP Share. 12. Private password. 13. Support Dropbox download/upload. 14. Support Bookmarklet, save web pages from Safari to this app. 15. Support jpg, jpeg, bmp, bmpf, ico, cur, xbm, gif, tif, tiff, png, mp4, mpg, mov, m4v 16. Can open zip, htm, html, pdf, xml, txt, docx, xlsx, pptx, doc, xls, ppt 17. Play audio/video files in current folder continuously or repeatedly 18. Save web page to local, including embed images. 19. Bluetooth transfer between devices. 20. Pinch on file or folder list to zoom in and out. 21. Image pasteboard support. 22. Integrated forum to discuss questions. 23. Checklist 24. Reminder 25. Chat with friends and group 26. Share files with friends and group by drag and drop.

About

Smart Printer-PDF Scanner

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Smart Printer Air-PDF Scanner makes printing and scanning a breeze! Easily print photos, documents, and more using wireless technology. What could be more convenient? CONNECT & PRINT: Instantly connect your device to any AirPrint-compatible printer and start printing with just a tap. SCAN & PRINT: Use the built-in scanner to capture and print photos, data, or documents effortlessly. IMPORT & PRINT: Seamlessly import files from Files, Photos, or other apps for efficient printing. SHARE & SAVE: Save your files in any format of your choice and print them later whenever you’re ready. Start with a 3-day free trial and unlock all features for just $14.99 per month after the trial. Smart Printer Air-PDF Scanner for the printing needs. Download now. Subscription Information: • Subscription options currently just monthly, you will be able to scan and print unlimited documents. • Your iTunes Account will be charged with the payment after purchase confirmation • Subscription will be automatically renewed at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be manually turned off in the corresponding settings. • User can manage the subscriptions. Auto-renewal can be deactivated in the Account Settings after a successful purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/smartprinterairpdfscanner/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/smartprinterairpdfscanner/terms-of-use Please refer to EULA here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Notes+4 screens
Smart Printer-PDF Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Notes+ at 11.0 against Smart Printer-PDF Scanner's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Notes+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Printer-PDF Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notes+ ships an update every 11 days, Smart Printer-PDF Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Notes+ versus Smart Printer-PDF Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotes+Smart Printer-PDF Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB9 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHeavenbrook Software Inc.Ravi chandran M

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notes+

One-time1
  • xNote Upgrade$0.99
2 purchases

Smart Printer-PDF Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly plan3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Plan3 Days trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Notes+ free?
Notes+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Printer-PDF Scanner free?
Smart Printer-PDF Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Notes+ or Smart Printer-PDF Scanner have ads?
Neither Notes+ nor Smart Printer-PDF Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notes+ or Smart Printer-PDF Scanner?
Notes+ ships an update every 11 days, and Smart Printer-PDF Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Notes+ was updated on September 22, 2026 and Smart Printer-PDF Scanner on September 19, 2026.

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