Lilnotes vs Minimalist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lilnotes
A minimalist note-taking application designed for daily reflections and future planning. It features a calendar view, an enforced character limit for concise entries, and optional reminders. All your notes can be easily exported as a text file.
- Calendar view for daily writing
- Enforced character limit
- Optional daily reminders
- Export notes as text file
- Minimalist design
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Lilnotes is a minimalist note taking app for daily reflections. Features - A calendar format to inspire daily writing (or future planning). - Enforceable character limit to encourage short, concise entries. - Optional notifications for daily reminders and upcoming notes. - Export all your notes as a convenient text file. Challenge yourself to write something every day.
Minimalist
This app offers curated home and lock screen sets designed for simplicity and a clean aesthetic. Each set includes matching wallpapers, widgets, and icon styles for a cohesive look. It's ideal for users who value order and timeless design.
- Curated wallpapers
- Matching widgets
- Harmonized icon styles
- Clean and consistent look
- Minimalist design principles
- Simple application
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Minimalist is a theme app focused on the overall experience of your home and lock screen. There are no complex editors or endless adjustments. Every set is carefully curated, so you can simply choose and apply. Screen sets that work together Each theme includes: • Curated wallpapers • Matching widgets • Harmonized icon styles All elements are designed to work together, creating a clean and consistent look across your screens. Minimal by design Minimalist is built around clarity and restraint: • Fewer distractions • Thoughtful spacing • A calm, balanced layout The result is a screen that feels organized and timeless. What you see is what you get The preview reflects the final result. No trial and error, no unnecessary setup — just select a set and enjoy. If you value simplicity, order, and long-lasting design, Minimalist is made for your iPhone. Privacy Policy: https://betterhomescreenapp.rethinkingstudio.com/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://betterhomescreenapp.rethinkingstudio.com/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Minimalist at Free against Lilnotes's $1.99. Minimalist also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). Lilnotes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On review sentiment 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
Minimalist is free to download; Lilnotes costs $1.99 up front. Minimalist sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Lilnotes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Lilnotes ships an update every 2 months, Minimalist every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lilnotes | Minimalist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Freemium — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jacob Stanley-Jones | Rethinking.Studio |
Customer experience
Lilnotes
Minimalist
In-app purchases
Lilnotes
No in-app purchases
Minimalist
- Monthly Pro$4.991 Month
- Annual Pro$44.991 Year
- Buyout$99.99
