Comparison

Handwritten note vs BarCode2xml

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

Head to head
About

Handwritten note

This app allows users to quickly jot down notes by hand with a smooth writing experience. It offers basic drawing tools like adjustable line thickness and color selection, with options to save or clear your notes.

Highlights
  • Handwritten note-taking
  • Multi-finger writing
  • Adjustable line thickness
  • Four color options
  • Save notes as images
  • Erase written lines
Features
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Draw it down the moment inspiration strikes. Handwritten Notes is a simple, no-fuss drawing and handwriting app that lets you start sketching or taking notes instantly—no setup, no learning curve. Great for * Jotting down quick handwritten notes or reminders * Sketching ideas and rough concepts * Kids’ doodling and drawing practice * Practicing line art and illustrations Key Features * 5 pen colors: Black, Red, Green, Blue, and Pink * Adjustable pen thickness with an easy-to-use slider * Eraser for quick corrections * Clear all with a single tap * Save your drawings directly to the Photos app Why You’ll Love It * No sign-up required—just install and start drawing * Clean, intuitive interface with a simple toolbar * Free to use (ad-supported) No complicated tools. No unnecessary clutter. Just a blank canvas and your ideas, ready whenever inspiration strikes.

About

BarCode2xml

Features
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BarCode2xml iPhone のカメラでスキャンしたBarcodeデータをXMLファイルに保存してメールに添付できます。 スキャン可能なBarcodeは下記の14種類です。 1. iso.Aztec 2. iso.Code128 3. iso.Code39 4. iso.Code39Mod43 5. intermec.Code93 6. iso.DataMatrix 7. gs1.EAN-13 8. gs1.EAN-8 9. ansi.Interleaved2of5 10. gs1.ITF14 11. iso.PDF417 12. iso.QRCode 13. gs1.UPC-E 14. Codabar メールの受信先によっては、添付ファイルが文字化けしたり、改行されなかったりするので、下記の4種類のXMLファイルを作成しますので問題が起きないXMLファイルを選択して下さい。 1. UTF-8 LF 2. UTF-8 CRLF 3. SHIFT-JIS LF 4. SHIFT-JIS CRLF メールの送信機能はApp 内課金が必要になりました。 メールの送信機能はブックマークから購入できます。

Screenshots

Handwritten note2 screens
BarCode2xml3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Handwritten note at none against BarCode2xml's 1. Handwritten note also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.5). On price, update cadence and ads 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. BarCode2xml sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Handwritten note asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Handwritten note ships an update every 4 months, BarCode2xml every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Handwritten note versus BarCode2xml: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandwritten noteBarCode2xml
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKiyoshi KoikeKAZUTOSHI KINOSHITA

In-app purchases

None

Handwritten note

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BarCode2xml

One-time1
  • メール作成回数(100回分)$0.99

Questions

Is Handwritten note free?
Handwritten note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BarCode2xml free?
BarCode2xml is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Handwritten note or BarCode2xml have ads?
Both Handwritten note and BarCode2xml show ads.
Which is updated more often, Handwritten note or BarCode2xml?
Handwritten note ships an update every 4 months, and BarCode2xml every 2 months. Most recently, Handwritten note was updated on September 22, 2026 and BarCode2xml on September 21, 2026.

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