# MyNotePad vs Inkpad Notepad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyNotePad at none against Inkpad Notepad's 8. MyNotePad also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). Inkpad Notepad's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (8.5K vs 1.6K). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Inkpad Notepad sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MyNotePad asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MyNotePad against 4.6 for Inkpad Notepad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Inkpad Notepad has 8.5K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of MyNotePad's written reviews are positive against 80% of Inkpad Notepad's.

MyNotePad ships an update every 13 months, Inkpad Notepad every 9 days. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyNotePad | Inkpad Notepad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mynotepad/id629786721/reviews)** | [4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkpad-notepad-notes-to-do/id992332888/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K | **8.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **82.9% of reviews** | 79.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Amitay](https://appshunter.io/developer/356087517) | [Workpail, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/948783012) |

## What reviewers say

### MyNotePad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mynotepad/id629786721)

This app offers a streamlined note-taking experience with intuitive gestures. Customize your notes with different fonts and paper styles, and easily navigate between them. It's designed for simplicity and on-the-go use.

**Highlights:** Gesture-based navigation, Pinch-to-zoom for font size, Customizable fonts, Customizable paper styles, Easy page turning

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Useful app
- 👍 Easy to customize
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Clean and minimalist design
- 👍 Great for note-taking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Note deletion issues
- 🔒 Lack of backup/sync options
- 🔒 No passcode/security feature
- 🐛 Keyboard issues with dark mode
- 🐛 Spell check problems

**Reported bugs**

- Note deletion issues
- Keyboard issues with dark mode
- Spell check problems
- Compatibility issues with new iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to organize notes into folders
- Support for formatting (bold, italic, underline)
- Backup and sync options
- Passcode/security feature
- Improved spell check


### Inkpad Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkpad-notepad-notes-to-do/id992332888)

Effortlessly capture thoughts, to-do lists, and shopping lists with this intuitive note-taking app. Sync your notes online for access from any device, and easily search, share, or delete them. It's the digital notepad you'll always have with you.

**Highlights:** Create notes and lists, Auto-save functionality, Online syncing and web access, Search notes and lists, Share notes via email/SMS, Delete notes easily

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inkpad Basic Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Lite Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Standard Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Basic Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Plus Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Lite Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Standard Yearly | $149.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Plus Yearly | $239.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient cross-device sync
- 👍 Reliable note-taking
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Helpful for organizing notes and lists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional note loss or sync issues
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💰 Paid premium version required for some features
- 🔍 Inconsistent user interface changes
- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Notes sometimes disappear after updates
- Cursor positioning issues when editing
- Syncing problems leading to data loss
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive

**Requested features**

- Add ability to password protect notes
- Improve note editing functionality
- Provide more font and formatting options
- Implement a multi-select/delete feature for notes
- Add reminders and alarm functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyNotePad free?

MyNotePad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Inkpad Notepad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyNotePad or Inkpad Notepad?

MyNotePad is rated higher. MyNotePad averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Inkpad Notepad averages 4.6 from 8.5K ratings.

### Do MyNotePad or Inkpad Notepad have ads?

Inkpad Notepad shows ads; MyNotePad does not.

### Which is updated more often, MyNotePad or Inkpad Notepad?

MyNotePad ships an update every 13 months, and Inkpad Notepad every 9 days. Most recently, MyNotePad was updated on September 26, 2026 and Inkpad Notepad on September 26, 2026.

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