# Sticky Notes vs Quick Notes from Lock Screen

The clearest difference is rating: Quick Notes from Lock Screen at 5.0 against Sticky Notes's 4.4. Quick Notes from Lock Screen also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12). Sticky Notes's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6K vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sticky Notes sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Quick Notes from Lock Screen asks for nothing beyond the download.

Quick Notes from Lock Screen holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sticky Notes has 6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sticky Notes | Quick Notes from Lock Screen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-free-note-taking/id608937293/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-notes-from-lock-screen/id6502819621/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 71.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 166 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Epiphany Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/577389343) | [GENRYU SASAGAWA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582687351) |

## 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


### Quick Notes from Lock Screen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-notes-from-lock-screen/id6502819621)

Capture thoughts and tasks instantly without unlocking your device. Organize entries by groups, count characters, and set calendar notifications for tasks. Widgets offer quick access to notes and task management directly from your home or lock screen.

**Highlights:** Add notes from lock screen, Organize notes and tasks by groups, Character count, search, and replace, Calendar integration for tasks with notifications, Home and lock screen widgets, App lock and backup

**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 Quick Notes from Lock Screen free?

Quick Notes from Lock Screen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sticky Notes or Quick Notes from Lock Screen?

Quick Notes from Lock Screen is rated higher. Sticky Notes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Quick Notes from Lock Screen averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Sticky Notes or Quick Notes from Lock Screen have ads?

Quick Notes from Lock Screen shows ads; Sticky Notes does not.

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