Hard Truth vs SquareNotes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hard Truth
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Ever wonder just how much of your life is behind you – and how much is still ahead? Hard Truth visualizes your lifetime as simple symbols, so every passing year or milestone is easy to see at a glance. Set up personal counters for your own goals or events, and stay motivated every step of the way. Swipe Through Milestones – See your progress in any aspect of life. Add & Edit Counters – Track retirements, events, or personal deadlines. Widget Integration – Glance at your timeline on your Home Screen. Simple Setup – Enter your birth date and location for a unique estimate. Start living with more awareness of your time.
SquareNotes
This app brings the tactile experience of real sticky notes to your digital devices. It offers a minimalist space for quick reminders, thought organization, and visual placement of notes on your screen. Manage to-do lists, ideas, and important information with a simple, customizable interface.
- Digital sticky notes
- Visual note placement
- Customizable colors and sizes
- Freeform arrangement
- Trash and restore functionality
- Minimalist interface
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Bring the familiar feel of real sticky notes to your phone. This app gives you a clean, minimalist space where you can write quick reminders, organize your thoughts, and place notes anywhere on your screen. Whether it’s a to-do list, a sudden idea, or something you don’t want to forget, your notes stay right where you put them. - A Simple, Visual Way to Stay Organized Create a new sticky note with one tap, type what you need, and drag it to your preferred spot. Arrange your notes freely, group related ideas together, or scatter them just the way you like. - Customize Your Workspace Choose from multiple note colors, adjust sizes, and personalize your board to match your style. - Write. Stick. Move. Delete. Managing your notes is effortless. Keep your board tidy, send old notes to the trash, and restore them anytime from the trash can. - Feels Real, Works Better The app captures the charm of real sticky notes while staying light, fast, and modern. No clutter, no complications, just your thoughts presented visually. Perfect For • Daily reminders • Shopping lists • Brainstorming ideas • Quick to-dos • Planning your day Turn your screen into your personal sticky-note wall and enjoy the freedom of visual note-taking. Stay organized in a fun, simple, and customizable way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SquareNotes at none against Hard Truth's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Hard Truth sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SquareNotes asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Hard Truth | SquareNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nikolaus Letsche-Fried | BORA MERT SAHIN |
In-app purchases
Hard Truth
- Hard Truth Unlimited$2.99
SquareNotes
No in-app purchases









