# eNotes vs GradeSaver

The clearest difference is rating: eNotes at 4.0 against GradeSaver's 3.4. eNotes also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (61% vs 45%). GradeSaver's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eNotes sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and GradeSaver sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

eNotes holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 292 and 89 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of eNotes's written reviews are positive against 45% of GradeSaver's.

eNotes ships an update every 6 weeks, GradeSaver every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | eNotes | GradeSaver |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (292 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enotes-literature-notes-app/id538489509/reviews)** | [3.4 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradesaver/id582726279/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **292** | 89 |
| Positive reviews | **61.5% of reviews** | 45.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [eNotes.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/538489512) | [GradeSaver LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/582726286) |

## What reviewers say

### eNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enotes-literature-notes-app/id538489509)

This app provides literature students with study guides, homework help, and quizzes to deepen their understanding of books and prepare for classes. It offers access to over 40,000 study guides and more than 300,000 homework questions with answers across various subjects.

**Highlights:** 40,000+ literature study guides, 300,000+ homework questions & answers, Multiple-choice quizzes, Audio and PDF summaries, Personalized homework help, Daily and weekly new content

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| eNotes Pass | $14.99 | per month |
| eNotes Pass | $14.99 | per month |
| eNotes Pass | $49.99 | per year |
| eNotes Pass | $49.99 | per year |
| 1-week Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1-month Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1-year Pass | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful study guides
- 💡 Comprehensive content
- 🚀 Quick responses from staff
- 🧠 Improves understanding and grades

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription required for full access
- 🐛 Crashes and login issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and unexpected charges
- Inability to cancel or manage subscription
- Content not accessible after payment

**Requested features**

- Offline access to content
- More free features and trial options
- Improved user interface and navigation


### GradeSaver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradesaver/id582726279)

Access high-quality study guides for literature, written by Harvard students. Each guide provides comprehensive summaries, character analysis, themes, historical context, and quizzes. Purchase individual guides or subscribe for full access to a vast library of literary resources.

**Highlights:** Harvard-edited study guides, Chapter-by-chapter summaries, Character and theme analysis, Historical context, Author biographies, Quizzes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClassicNote Monthly Pass | $5.99 | per month |
| ClassicNote Yearly Pass | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Saves grades
- 👍 Helpful for essays
- 👍 Concise plot synopses
- 👍 Useful for procrastination
- 👍 Great for book reports

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Pay for most content
- 💰 Ads on website, not app
- 💰 Misleading about essays

**Reported bugs**

- Quiz crashes on opening
- Cannot restore subscription
- Subscription not accessible on new device
- App won't work after phone update

**Requested features**

- Add book “And The Mountains Echoed”
- Allow free testing of options
- Provide examples of paid content
- Make website content free on app
- Add advertisements to app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eNotes free?

eNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GradeSaver free?

GradeSaver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, eNotes or GradeSaver?

eNotes is rated higher. eNotes averages 4.0 out of 5 from 292 ratings, while GradeSaver averages 3.4 from 89 ratings.

### Do eNotes or GradeSaver have ads?

Neither eNotes nor GradeSaver shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eNotes or GradeSaver?

eNotes ships an update every 6 weeks, and GradeSaver every 5 months. Most recently, eNotes was updated on October 23, 2026 and GradeSaver on October 23, 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.*