# Just the note vs Simple Notes

The clearest difference is ads: Just the note at none against Simple Notes's shown. Just the note also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). Simple Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (231 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Just the note sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Simple Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.39 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Just the note holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Notes has 231 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Just the note's written reviews are positive against 80% of Simple Notes's.

Just the note ships an update every 2 months, Simple Notes every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Just the note | Simple Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-the-note/id6474261979/reviews)** | [4.7 (231 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-notes-note-taking-app/id6742007640/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **231** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vladimir Tezin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546233266) | [Phearoth Phen](https://appshunter.io/developer/925021535) |

## What reviewers say

### Just the note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-the-note/id6474261979)

Capture thoughts and ideas instantly with a minimalist note-taking application. Designed for speed and simplicity, it allows for quick entry via widgets or a single swipe. Get your notes down without distraction.

**Highlights:** One-swipe note creation, Widget for one-tap notes, Minimalist interface, Fast and convenient, Simple note-taking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Just the note + | $0.99 | per month |
| Thanks to the author | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift to the author | $1.99 | one-time |
| Many thanks to the author | $1.99 | one-time |
| Just the note plus (lifetime) | $5.99 | one-time |


### Simple Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-notes-note-taking-app/id6742007640)

Capture ideas, memos, and tasks effortlessly with this fast and minimal note-taking app. Organize notes into notebooks, sync across devices, and access reminders with home screen widgets. Secure backups and powerful search ensure your thoughts are always accessible.

**Highlights:** Ultra-lightweight and fast, Organize with notebooks, Sync across devices, Sticky notes on home screen, Secure backups, Powerful search tool, Easy note sharing

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.39 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $15.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Plan | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Just the note free?

Just the note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Simple Notes free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Just the note or Simple Notes?

Just the note is rated higher. Just the note averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simple Notes averages 4.7 from 231 ratings.

### Do Just the note or Simple Notes have ads?

Simple Notes shows ads; Just the note does not.

### Which is updated more often, Just the note or Simple Notes?

Just the note ships an update every 2 months, and Simple Notes every 8 days. Most recently, Just the note was updated on September 17, 2026 and Simple Notes on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*