Comparison

Notepad with Browser vs BRUTASK

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Notepad with Browser

Features
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Sprout is a powerful note-taking app that seamlessly combines web research and writing. Its clean, refined UI is packed with features for writing, helping your ideas grow from Seed to Sprout. [Key Features] ◆ Built-in browser that connects research and writing Research without switching apps and take notes instantly. From discovery to writing, everything happens in one app. ◆ Simple yet powerful editor Supports character count, find & replace, Undo/Redo, and more—from everyday notes to serious writing. ◆ Reminder notifications Set reminders per note for task management and idea follow-ups. ◆ Multi-device support and iCloud sync Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. iCloud sync is available on iPhone. iCloud sync on iPad/Mac is available with Sprout Pro. ◆ Widget support Quickly access pinned and recent notes from Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets. ◆ Customize your experience Supports Dark Mode, accent color changes, and font size adjustments for a comfortable writing environment. ◆ Standard file format Notes are saved as .md (Markdown), offering great compatibility with other apps and direct access from the Files app. ◆ Privacy-focused Your note content is never collected or viewed by the developer. Data is stored only on your device and in iCloud. [Sprout Pro] Enjoy more with Sprout Pro, a premium plan available with a one-time purchase. • iCloud sync on iPad/Mac • Unlimited favorites • Advanced reference preview (write while viewing photos/PDFs) • App lock with Face ID / Passcode Features and availability may vary based on in-app display. --- Organize your thoughts and grow your ideas with Sprout.

About

BRUTASK

Features
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BRUTASK is a to-do app built on neo-brutalist design principles. Thick black borders. Hard drop shadows. Zero rounded corners. No decoration — just information, front and center. ■ FEATURES ● Task Management Set priority (HIGH / MED / LOW) and due dates. Swipe to complete, long-press to edit. Simple by design. ● Pomodoro Timer Classic 25-minute focus / 5-minute break cycles. Session history tracks your focus time each day. ● Projects Group related tasks into projects. Progress bars show completion at a glance. ● FOCUS Mode Shows only your top 3 most important tasks for today. No distractions. No noise. Just what matters. ● Filter & Sort Filter by priority. Sort by created date, due date, or priority. Stay organized as your task list grows. ● Notifications Local notifications for Pomodoro completion and task reminders. No accounts, no servers. ● Haptic Feedback Satisfying taps on every button press. Toggle on/off in settings. ■ DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Inspired by brutalist architecture. Form follows function. Structure becomes beauty. A cream-colored canvas (#F5F0E8) framed with heavy black outlines. Every screen is immediate, legible, unmistakable. ■ PRIVACY FIRST 100% offline. All your data stays on your device — always. No servers. No accounts. No tracking. No ads. ■ WHO IT'S FOR ・Designers and creatives who love bold, minimal aesthetics ・Anyone tired of bloated, ad-filled productivity apps ・Pomodoro practitioners building a focus habit ・People who want tasks and projects in one place ・Privacy-conscious users who value offline-first tools Stop drowning in features. Start doing what matters. BRUTASK — raw design, real focus.

Screenshots

Notepad with Browser4 screens
BRUTASK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BRUTASK at none against Notepad with Browser's 1. BRUTASK also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Notepad with Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BRUTASK asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Notepad with Browser versus BRUTASK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotepad with BrowserBRUTASK
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB33 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developeryuma arakiBYNET

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notepad with Browser

One-time1
  • Sprout Pro (Lifetime)$9.99
None

BRUTASK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notepad with Browser free?
Notepad with Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BRUTASK free?
BRUTASK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notepad with Browser or BRUTASK have ads?
Neither Notepad with Browser nor BRUTASK shows ads.

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