# Sticky Notes vs Sticky Board with Widget

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sticky Board with Widget at none against Sticky Notes's 12. Sticky Board with Widget also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Sticky Notes's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6K vs 149). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. Sticky Board with Widget asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sticky Board with Widget holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sticky Notes has 6K ratings behind it against 149, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Sticky Notes's written reviews are positive against 68% of Sticky Board with Widget's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Sticky Notes ships an update every 5 weeks, Sticky Board with Widget every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sticky Notes | Sticky Board with Widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-free-note-taking/id608937293/reviews) | **[4.8 (149 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-board-with-widget/id859111681/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 149 |
| Positive reviews | **71.8% of reviews** | 67.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 166 MB | 63 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) | [BUILD LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459248552) |

## 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


### Sticky Board with Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-board-with-widget/id859111681)

Quickly jot down notes, reminders, and schedules with customizable sticky notes. Personalize your notes with various colors, backgrounds, and even attach photos. Organize your thoughts efficiently with list or grid views.

**Highlights:** Customizable note colors, Background image selection, Photo attachment to notes, List and grid display options, Timer function for memos, Quick and easy note-taking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sticky Notes free?

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

### Is Sticky Board with Widget free?

Sticky Board with Widget is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sticky Notes or Sticky Board with Widget?

Sticky Board with Widget is rated higher. Sticky Notes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Sticky Board with Widget averages 4.8 from 149 ratings.

### Do Sticky Notes or Sticky Board with Widget have ads?

Sticky Board with Widget shows ads; Sticky Notes does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sticky Notes or Sticky Board with Widget?

Sticky Notes ships an update every 5 weeks, and Sticky Board with Widget every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sticky Notes was updated on September 22, 2026 and Sticky Board with Widget on September 22, 2026.

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