# n+otes vs Notepad

n+otes and Notepad both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of Notepad's written reviews are positive against 64% of n+otes's. n+otes's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. n+otes sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and Notepad sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for n+otes against 4.8 for Notepad. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45K and 28K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of n+otes's written reviews are positive against 84% of Notepad's.

n+otes ships an update fortnightly, Notepad every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | n+otes | Notepad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/n-plus-otes/id596895960/reviews) | **[4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-easy-notes-and-memos/id725368535/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **45K** | 28K |
| Positive reviews | 64.3% of reviews | **84.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RIEU Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/446267401) | [1381802 Ontario Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/318613521) |

## What reviewers say

### n+otes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/n-plus-otes/id596895960)

Capture thoughts and ideas instantly with a simple interface. Secure your notes with a private lock feature.  Optional subscription removes ads and supports development.

**Highlights:** Quick note-taking, Private note lock, Ad-free experience (subscription), Easy to use interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-free Experience (Monthly) | $0.49 | per month |
| Ad-free Experience (3 Months) | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| Ad-free Experience (1 Year) | $3.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient note-taking experience
- 🔒 Secure with passcode protection
- 💡 Customizable themes and backgrounds
- 👍 Great for organizing thoughts and ideas

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Intrusive ads interrupting workflow
- 🔋 Concerns about battery drain
- 🔒 Lack of cross-device syncing

**Reported bugs**

- Notes disappearing or getting lost
- Inability to delete notes on Apple Watch
- Scrolling issues and text freezing at the bottom
- Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to sync notes across devices
- More font and formatting options
- Folder or category organization
- Voice-to-text functionality
- Ability to insert images and attachments


### Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-easy-notes-and-memos/id725368535)

Capture thoughts, create to-do lists, and organize ideas with a versatile digital notebook. Supports handwriting, text notes, and secure cloud syncing. Personalize your experience with custom themes and icons.

**Highlights:** Create to-do lists with checkboxes, Unlimited text notes, Handwritten notes with Apple Pencil, Organize notes into folders, Pin and sort notes, iCloud backup and sync, Advanced search functionality

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 📝 Useful for notes, lists, and reminders
- 🎨 Customizable font and color options
- 💾 Reliable for storing important information
- 🔍 Helpful search functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium subscription required to remove ads
- 🐛 Occasional data loss or note disappearance
- 📤 Lack of sharing or exporting options
- 🔒 No password protection for individual notes

**Reported bugs**

- Notes randomly disappearing
- Ads covering up the note-taking area

**Requested features**

- Add drawing/highlighting tools
- Integrate with calendar and contacts
- Ability to sort and organize notes
- Option to password protect specific notes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is n+otes free?

n+otes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Notepad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, n+otes or Notepad?

Notepad is rated higher. n+otes averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while Notepad averages 4.8 from 28K ratings.

### Do n+otes or Notepad have ads?

Both n+otes and Notepad show ads.

### Which is updated more often, n+otes or Notepad?

n+otes ships an update fortnightly, and Notepad every 8 days. Most recently, n+otes was updated on September 24, 2026 and Notepad on September 25, 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.*