Comparison

MeiMe vs PlopNote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MeiMe

This plain text notepad allows you to save editing history and organize notes into folders. It offers iCloud synchronization for backup and cross-device sharing, along with app lock security. Notes can be exported as CSV files.

Highlights
  • Plain text note-taking
  • Editing history saving
  • Folder organization
  • iCloud synchronization
  • App lock with Face ID/password
  • Export notes as CSV
  • Customizable themes and font size
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A simple notepad that allows you to save editing history. It supports synchronization with iCloud, making data backup and sharing between devices easy. It also supports app lock with Face ID. You can export all notes as CSV files. ■ Write notes in plain text With plain text, you are free from the hassle of formatting text. ■ Categorize notes into folders Each note can only be placed in one folder, making it simple and easy to organize. ■ Word counter to count characters A word counter allows you to instantly see how much you have written, helping you keep track of your progress. ■ History saving feature to save past editing history Even if you make a mistake while editing, you can revert to a previous state, allowing you to record notes with peace of mind. ■ Backup to CSV format You can back up your notes and easily save data externally. ■ Compatible with Mac for editing and viewing on any device It is compatible with Mac, so you can edit on any device according to your convenience. ■ Customizable theme colors You can change the theme color and set your preferred color to match your taste. ■ Adjustable font size You can change the font size. If the text is too small or too large to read comfortably, you can adjust it to a size that suits you. ■ Backup and synchronization across devices with iCloud You can back up your notes with iCloud, eliminating the worry of data loss. It also allows for easy sharing and editing between devices. ■ Lock the app with a password You can lock the app with a password, ensuring the security of your notes.

About

PlopNote

Create customizable sticky notes for your home screen. Personalize with background colors, photos, and text. Useful for lists, reminders, or creative writing.

Highlights
  • Customizable background color
  • Add photos with adjustable transparency
  • Rich text editor with undo/redo
  • Pre-designed background templates
  • Automatic content saving
  • Font size adjustment
Features
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A sticky note widget that can be pasted on the home screen. You can change the font size using the (invisible) button at the top of the widget, making it very easy to adjust the appearance after editing the content. This app widget has a three-layered structure: background color, photo (transparency can be changed), and text, and you can change the appearance to your liking. You can also choose from the background templates included in the app. Shopping list Idea note Favorite word A saying I always want to see Dreams and Hopes etc. It will be useful in various situations. Tap the placed widget to open its note screen. The content of the note is automatically saved, so if you add it and close the screen, it will be immediately reflected in the widget. It also seems like a good idea to use it as a shortcut to continue writing novels. The in-app text editor has features for undo & redo and left/right movement of the cursor. You can also change the font size. The following features can be purchased from within the app as additional features. ・Widget text shading ・Copy widget settings from a created note Ads are displayed by default. You can also purchase to remove ads. These purchases are one-time purchases. If you reinstall, you do not need to purchase it again.

Screenshots

MeiMe4 screens
PlopNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MeiMe at 5.0 against PlopNote's 4.5. MeiMe also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PlopNote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. MeiMe asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MeiMe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MeiMe versus PlopNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMeiMePlopNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.5 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings38 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaichi Katotadashi atoji

Customer experience

MeiMe

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PlopNote

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MeiMe

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PlopNote

One-time2
  • Add features$2.99
  • Remove ads$6.99

Questions

Is MeiMe free?
MeiMe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlopNote free?
PlopNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MeiMe or PlopNote?
MeiMe is rated higher. MeiMe averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while PlopNote averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do MeiMe or PlopNote have ads?
PlopNote shows ads; MeiMe does not.
Which is updated more often, MeiMe or PlopNote?
MeiMe ships an update monthly, and PlopNote monthly. Most recently, MeiMe was updated on September 20, 2026 and PlopNote on September 29, 2026.

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