# LockScreenNotes vs LockNote

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LockScreenNotes at none against LockNote's 3. LockScreenNotes also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 1). LockNote's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LockNote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. LockScreenNotes asks for nothing beyond the download.

LockNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockScreenNotes has 1.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of LockScreenNotes's written reviews are positive against 100% of LockNote's.

LockScreenNotes ships an update weekly, LockNote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LockScreenNotes | LockNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockscreennotes/id6753734581/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locknote-note-on-lock-screen/id6775901136/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 195 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Takumi Banjoya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842537099) | [Thinh Ho](https://appshunter.io/developer/1741187064) |

## What reviewers say

### LockScreenNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockscreennotes/id6753734581)

This app displays your notes directly on your device's lock screen, ensuring you never forget important information. It offers extensive customization options for note appearance and allows for interactive to-do list management without opening the application.

**Highlights:** Notes on lock screen, Interactive to-do lists, Over 100 free designs, Handwritten notes and doodles, Image and font customization, Local data storage, No account required

**In-app purchases:** none


### LockNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locknote-note-on-lock-screen/id6775901136)

Keep essential notes, tasks, and reminders visible on your iPhone's Lock Screen. Transform your notes into stylish wallpapers for constant visibility without opening an app. Ideal for quick memos, to-do lists, and motivational quotes.

**Highlights:** Notes on Lock Screen wallpaper, Fast note editor with formatting, Multiple Lock Screen styles, Customizable layout and font size, Shortcut setup guide, Simple note history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LockNote Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| LockNote Pro Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| LockNote Pro Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LockScreenNotes free?

LockScreenNotes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LockNote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LockScreenNotes or LockNote?

LockNote is rated higher. LockScreenNotes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while LockNote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do LockScreenNotes or LockNote have ads?

Neither LockScreenNotes nor LockNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LockScreenNotes or LockNote?

LockScreenNotes ships an update weekly, and LockNote every 3 days. Most recently, LockScreenNotes was updated on October 7, 2026 and LockNote on September 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*