Editorial vs noteE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Editorial
A plain text editor for iOS offering powerful automation and an inline preview for Markdown, TaskPaper, and Fountain documents. Enhance your writing with custom workflows, scripts, and a smart keyboard.
- Inline Markdown/Fountain Preview
- Extensible Workflows and Python Scripts
- Dropbox Sync
- Smart Keyboard with Swipe Gestures
- Snippets and TextExpander Support
- In-App Browser
- Document Section Folding
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Editorial is a plain text editor for iOS with powerful automation tools and a beautiful inline preview for Markdown, TaskPaper, and Fountain documents. Features: * Inline Markdown/Fountain Preview – With Editorial's subtle syntax highlighting, you can see your document's formatting immediately while you're writing. And when you need a full HTML preview, it's just a swipe away. * Extensible with Workflows and Scripts – Select from over 50 text processing actions to create your own workflows for extending Editorial's feature set. For even more advanced automation, you can write Python scripts with an integrated code and UI editor. * Dropbox Sync – The sync folder is customizable, so you can easily edit your documents with multiple apps. * Smart Keyboard – The extended keyboard was specifically designed for writing Markdown and includes all the special characters you need. You can also control the cursor with simple swipe gestures. * Snippets – Quickly insert frequently-used pieces of text by typing abbreviations. Snippets can include dynamic text, e.g. the current date or clipboard contents. TextExpander™ snippets are also supported. * In-App Browser – If you need to do some quick research while writing, you don't have to leave the app for that. You can even open multiple tabs. * "Folding" allows you to quickly hide individual sections of your document while you're writing. *** *** *** “It would be hard to imagine a better editor, let alone recommend one that actually exists.” — The Verge “This is it. Editorial sets a new standard for third-party iOS automation, and, for me, there’s no going back.” — Federico Viticci, MacStories “Editorial just reinvented iOS text editing.” — Merlin Mann
noteE
This app transforms handwritten notes into text with AI, recognizes math formulas, and generates review questions. It also creates mind maps from notes, answers questions in natural language, and supports various export formats. Enjoy unlimited note-taking with customizable templates and iCloud sync.
- AI handwriting conversion
- Smart formula recognition
- AI-generated review questions
- AI mind map generation
- Natural language Q&A search
- Export to PDF, PNG, JPEG
- iCloud backup and sync
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From class notes to creative blueprints, noteE is the ideal tool for capturing inspiration. With revolutionary AI handwriting technology and powerful intelligent features, noteE helps you organize thoughts, discover insights, and turn ideas into action. We believe exceptional features should be accessible to everyone. That's why every function in noteE is completely free, with no in-app purchases or subscriptions. Ever. 〉For Students: Make Learning More Efficient ■ Revolutionary Handwriting Conversion: On-device AI engine transforms handwriting into standardized text in real-time. Advanced algorithms intelligently analyze your handwriting, offering flexible options from guidelines to complete conversion with seamless experience. ■ Smart Formula Recognition: Built-in LaTeX engine identifies mathematical formulas while preserving handwritten style. Perfect for STEM subjects. ■ AI Smart Review: Automatically generates personalized review questions to help consolidate knowledge efficiently. ■ AI Note Assistant: Select any content and get instant context-based answers for difficult concepts. ■ Instant search with handwriting recognition and AI natural language support. 〉For Professionals: Enhance Work Efficiency ■ AI Smart Mind Maps: Powered by Kimi, DeepSeek, and Qwen models, automatically generates clear mind maps from your notes. ■ AI Q&A Search: Ask questions in natural language with follow-up support to discover deep connections. ■ Export as PDF, PNG, or JPEG. Share via email or any platform. ■ Present directly via AirPlay or HDMI with laser pointer tool. 〉For Creators: Let Creativity Flow ■ Powerful drawing algorithm and precision tools ensure smooth, paper-like writing experience. ■ Customize covers, folders, and templates with millions of combinations. ■ Full Apple Pencil support with natural, fluid strokes. 〉Digital Notebooks: Unlimited Notes for Free ■ Combine handwriting and typed text with images, diagrams, and drawings. No limits. ■ Customizable templates with unlimited folder hierarchies and smart tags. ■ iCloud backup and sync across iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Free, stable, efficient. ■ Edit freely: resize, change colors, or reposition content. 〉Download Free Today Get noteE on iPad, Mac, and iPhone. Enjoy unrestricted note-taking. Leave complexity behind and embrace intelligence. Visit https://huaxiaxufu.com or follow WeChat "Xufu" Support: https://www.huaxiaxufu.com/support 〉Privacy We collect no personal information. All notes stored securely in your iCloud account. Local processing, fully Apple privacy compliant. Privacy: https://huaxiaxufu.com/law/privacy Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Editorial at none against noteE's 5. Editorial also leads on ratings volume (236 vs 11) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). noteE's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months) and rating (4.3 vs 4.1). On price, review sentiment, ads 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
Both are free to download. noteE sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Editorial asks for nothing beyond the download.
noteE holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Editorial has 236 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Editorial's written reviews are positive against 78% of noteE's.
Editorial ships an update every 4 months, noteE every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Editorial | noteE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (236 ratings) | 4.3 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 236 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 268 MB | 294 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | omz:software | Huaxia Xufu (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd |
Customer experience
Editorial
noteE
Bugs and requests
Editorial
Reported bugs
3 issues- Dropbox sync issues leading to data loss
- Crashes, freezes, and bugs
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions and devices
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- iCloud sync support
- Folder sync options beyond Dropbox
- Org-mode support
- Better Python script editing
noteE
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Editorial
No in-app purchases
noteE
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