# Simply vs Shell Notes

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simply at none against Shell Notes's 3. Simply also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shell Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Simply asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply | Shell Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-todo/id6502717968/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 27 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eric Mullen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697769902) | [Ivan Dotsenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/551628923) |

## What reviewers say

### Simply

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-todo/id6502717968)

A straightforward task manager with a clean interface for easy organization. It offers basic calendar integration and a tagging system to categorize your to-dos. Enjoy a distraction-free experience with no ads or premium features required.

**Highlights:** Basic to-do list management, Calendar integration, Tagging system for organization, Customizable task views, Ad-free experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Shell Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shell-notes-encrypted-vault/id6777039055)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shell Notes Pro Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Shell Notes Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| Shell Notes Pro Lifetime | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply free?

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

### Is Shell Notes free?

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

### Do Simply or Shell Notes have ads?

Neither Simply nor Shell Notes shows ads.

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