Atomic Notes vs Scratch.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Atomic Notes
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Write Freely. Think Clearly. Stay Private. Atomic Notes, part of the Atomic Blend suite, is your privacy-first space to capture ideas, journal thoughts, and organize knowledge — all in one beautifully simple, end-to-end encrypted app. Why Atomic Notes? – Encrypted from the Ground Up – Your notes are secured with end-to-end encryption by default. – Lightweight & Distraction-Free – A clean, fast writing experience that lets you focus. – Organize Your Way – Use tags, folders, and search to stay on top of everything. – Sync Across Devices – Your notes, available anywhere — always private. – Works with your own self-hosted server or Atomic Blend Cloud. From fleeting thoughts to long-form writing, Atomic Notes helps you think and write with clarity — while keeping your data under your control. ----- About Atomic Blend Atomic Blend is a privacy-first, 100% open-source app suite that includes Atomic Task, Atomic Notes, and more — all designed to work together seamlessly. Built for people who value simplicity, transparency, and control, Atomic Blend is your alternative to bloated, data-hungry tools. No ads. No tracking. Just powerful tools that respect you. ----- Terms & Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://brandonguigo.notion.site/Politique-de-confidentialit-17591ec0b6688166b781cf05f89d3a2d
Scratch.
This app offers a minimalist approach to task management, using a single Markdown canvas for all your daily notes and to-dos. It prioritizes speed and simplicity, allowing you to quickly capture thoughts without navigating complex menus or forms. Enjoy offline access or cloud sync for seamless data management across devices.
- Single Markdown canvas for tasks and notes
- Plain text with Markdown support
- All data in one continuous page
- Offline local mode for privacy
- Cloud sync for multi-device access
- Home and lock screen widgets
- Instant opening and fast performance
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Scratch is built on a simple idea: treat your notes and to-do list like the paper scratchpad on your desk. It gives you a single, clean Markdown canvas for your entire day. Open the app, type what you need to do, and get back to what you were working on. No folders to manage, no forms to fill out, and no clutter. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT * Just Plain Text: Use standard Markdown for list, checkboxes, headings, hyperlinks, and highlighting. * Everything in One Place: No nested submenus or lost lists. Your active tasks, daily notes, and quick brain dumps all live on one continuous page. * Your Data, Your Choice: Want complete privacy? Use Scratch in 100% offline Local Mode — your notes stay locked on your device. Need access everywhere? Turn on Cloud Sync to mirror your data on other devices. * Instant Access with Widgets: Keep your list front and center. Use home screen widgets to view your scratchpad at a glance, or add lock screen widgets to check tasks without even unlocking your phone. * Blazing Fast: It opens instantly and stays out of your way so you can capture ideas as fast as you think of them. If you like keeping things simple, Scratch is for you.
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Verdict
Atomic Notes and Scratch. are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Atomic Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Scratch. sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Atomic Notes ships an update every 9 days, Scratch. every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Atomic Notes | Scratch. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brandon Guigo | Dustin Wiens |
In-app purchases
Atomic Notes
- Cloud Monthly$3.991 Month
- Cloud Yearly$34.991 Year
Scratch.
- Small Tip$1.99
- Medium Tip$4.99
- Large Tip$9.99









