# Open Note vs LockNotes

The clearest difference is ads: LockNotes at none against Open Note's shown. Open Note's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | Open Note | LockNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 MB | 197 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cao Hoang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018748355) | [HiPups inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658055215) |

## What reviewers say

### Open Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-note-ghi-chu-nhanh/id6471949376)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### LockNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locknotes-lock-screen-notes/id6794979438)

Keep important notes and to-dos visible directly on your phone's Lock Screen. Quickly check off tasks, organize projects with boards and lists, and personalize your notes with various styles and handwriting options. Collaborate with friends in real-time on shared notes.

**Highlights:** Lock Screen notes and widgets, Task completion without unlocking, Boards and lists for project organization, Customizable paper and ink styles, Handwriting and drawing tools, Real-time collaborative notes, Home Screen widgets and Live Activities

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Open Note free?

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

### Is LockNotes free?

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

### Do Open Note or LockNotes have ads?

Open Note shows ads; LockNotes does not.

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