Note26 vs Lysti
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Note26
This app offers a unique approach to note-taking by integrating directly with your calendar. Simply select a date and start typing your thoughts, to-do lists, or journal entries without any rigid structure. It provides a streamlined way to organize your life by day.
- One note per day organization
- Instant writing without forms
- Markdown support buttons
- Calendar integration
- To-do lists and reminders
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Note26 is a lightweight, date-focused note-taking app that blends the clarity of a calendar with the freedom of writing. No titles, no time slots — just pick a day and type. It’s that simple. Unlike traditional calendar apps that require structured inputs like time, location, and titles, Note26 removes all friction. Whether you're writing a to-do list, shopping reminder, journal entry, or trip plan — just tap a date and start typing. Key Features - One note per day Organize your thoughts by date — your calendar becomes your notebook. - Instant writing No need to fill out forms. Select a day and write what matters. - Markdown support buttons Use simple buttons to add bullet points, dividers, and checklists — all rendered live as you type.
Lysti
Create organized lists and notes with due date reminders. This simple productivity tool automatically saves your entries and plans future enhancements. Keep track of tasks and ideas effortlessly.
- Create lists and notes
- Set reminders with due dates
- Organize notes into folders
- Automatic saving
- Future feature development
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Lysti is a straightforward and organized app designed for creating lists and notes. It includes reminders with due dates, notes organized into folders, and automatic saving, with additional features planned for the future.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Note26 at 5.0 against Lysti's 3.0. Note26 also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Lysti's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Note26 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Lysti asks for nothing beyond the download.
Note26 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
Note26 ships an update monthly, Lysti every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Note26 | Lysti |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Note26 Inc. | Brady Pollock |
Customer experience
Note26
Lysti
In-app purchases
Note26
- Note26 Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
Lysti
No in-app purchases
