# Sticky Notes vs DisplayNote App for iPad

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sticky Notes at 72% against DisplayNote App for iPad's 25%. Sticky Notes also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (6K vs 4). DisplayNote App for iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sticky Notes sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DisplayNote App for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sticky Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sticky Notes has 6K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Sticky Notes's written reviews are positive against 25% of DisplayNote App for iPad's.

Sticky Notes ships an update every 5 weeks, DisplayNote App for iPad every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sticky Notes | DisplayNote App for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-free-note-taking/id608937293/reviews)** | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/displaynote-app-for-ipad/id1538952631/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **71.8% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 166 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Epiphany Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/577389343) | [DisplayNote Technologies Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/540711786) |

## What reviewers say

### Sticky Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-free-note-taking/id608937293)

Capture ideas, create to-do lists, and set reminders with this versatile note-taking app. Supports handwritten notes, audio recordings, photos, and text. Organize notes with folders and share them easily.

**Highlights:** Handwritten notes, Audio recordings, Photo attachments, Text notes, Widgets for home/lock screen, Customizable folders, Reminders with alarms

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One month subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pack with 7 Day Trial | $1.99 | per month |
| Weekly Pack with 7 Day Trial | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Three months subscription | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Half-Yearly Subscription | $10.99 | per 6 months |
| One year subscription | $15.99 | per year |
| Annual Pack with 7 Day Trial | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | Free | one-time |
| Unlimited Notes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Task Paper Notes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Folder Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bonanza Pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful reminders
- 👍 Useful for organization
- 👍 Customizable notes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 💰 Expensive
- 🤔 Limited free version

**Reported bugs**

- Notes disappearing
- Freezing and crashing
- Formatting issues
- Sync problems

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Improved sync and backup
- Better widget functionality
- Ability to rearrange notes
- Longer note length


### DisplayNote App for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/displaynote-app-for-ipad/id1538952631)

Wirelessly share your iPad screen to a larger display. This app enables seamless casting across any network, making presentations and content sharing effortless.

**Highlights:** Wireless screen casting, Cross-network compatibility, iPad to big screen sharing, Effortless content sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sticky Notes free?

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

### Is DisplayNote App for iPad free?

DisplayNote App for iPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sticky Notes or DisplayNote App for iPad?

Sticky Notes is rated higher. Sticky Notes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while DisplayNote App for iPad averages 2.3 from 4 ratings.

### Do Sticky Notes or DisplayNote App for iPad have ads?

Neither Sticky Notes nor DisplayNote App for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sticky Notes or DisplayNote App for iPad?

Sticky Notes ships an update every 5 weeks, and DisplayNote App for iPad every 3 months. Most recently, Sticky Notes was updated on September 28, 2026 and DisplayNote App for iPad on June 4, 2026.

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