# Notes+ vs Notes for iPad

The clearest difference is rating: Notes for iPad at 4.6 against Notes+'s 3.7. Notes for iPad also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (99 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Notes+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Notes for iPad sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Notes for iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notes for iPad has 99 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Notes+ ships an update every 8 months, Notes for iPad every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Notes+ | Notes for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-plus-inkpad-notepad/id6742770168/reviews) | **[4.6 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-for-ipad-pencil-notes/id6757370665/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **99** |
| Positive reviews | — | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brijesh Kanani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701787580) | [Brite Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620922833) |

## What reviewers say

### Notes+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-plus-inkpad-notepad/id6742770168)

Capture ideas with a versatile note-taking app that combines handwriting, typing, sketching, and audio recording. Organize your life with planners, to-do lists, and reminders, all while personalizing your notes with custom styles and images.

**Highlights:** Digital handwriting and typing, Planners and to-do lists, Reminders and scheduling, PDF annotation, Audio recording sync, Image and sketch integration, Password protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### Notes for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-for-ipad-pencil-notes/id6757370665)

Transform your iPad into a digital notebook with a natural writing experience using Apple Pencil. Organize your life with over 60 templates, add stickers, and sync across devices. Perfect for students, professionals, and creatives.

**Highlights:** Natural handwriting with Apple Pencil, 60+ professionally designed templates, Extensive sticker library and import options, Unlimited notebooks with custom covers, iCloud sync across devices, Export notes as PDF

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notes for iPad - weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plus | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Notes for iPad for a year | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Notes+ free?

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

### Is Notes for iPad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Notes+ or Notes for iPad?

Notes for iPad is rated higher. Notes+ averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Notes for iPad averages 4.6 from 99 ratings.

### Do Notes+ or Notes for iPad have ads?

Neither Notes+ nor Notes for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Notes+ or Notes for iPad?

Notes+ ships an update every 8 months, and Notes for iPad every 2 weeks. Most recently, Notes+ was updated on October 2, 2026 and Notes for iPad on October 13, 2026.

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