Comparison

GitWriter vs Notelane

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

Head to head
About

GitWriter

This app provides a mobile Markdown editor integrated with Git repositories. It allows users to write, edit, and sync Markdown files directly from their iPhone or iPad, offering features like version control, offline editing, and export options.

Highlights
  • Edit Markdown files with distraction-free interface
  • Git repository integration with OAuth login
  • Offline editing and background sync
  • Version history and revert functionality
  • Export Markdown to Word documents
  • Create new branches and files on mobile
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Get the mobile Markdown editor for your Git repositories. Write and edit Markdown files directly on your iPhone or iPad, synced with your repositories. Perfect for writers, developers, and content creators who want to capture ideas and collaborate on the go. Write and edit ● Edit Markdown files with a clean, distraction-free interface ● Choose from multiple fonts (sans-serif, serif, monospace) for comfortable writing ● Track word and character count with built-in stats ● Undo and redo changes with full editor support ● Auto-save your work as you type Repository integration ● Browse your Git repositories with secure OAuth login ● Navigate through branches to find exactly what you're looking for ● Create new branches and files directly from your mobile device ● View version history and revert to previous versions ● Sync changes automatically with real-time conflict resolution Write anywhere, anytime ● Save files for offline editing when you're without internet ● Background sync queue uploads your changes when you're back online ● Manage offline cache with easy swipe-to-delete ● Continue writing on planes, trains, or anywhere life takes you Export and share ● Export Markdown files to Word documents ● Share files directly from the app ● Access your writing from any device through your Git repositories Upgrade to GitWriter Backer (available in select countries) ● Create new files and branches on the go ● Save unlimited files for offline editing ● Access full version history and revert to any commit ● Export to Word documents ● Remove file restrictions and edit any file in your repos Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy: https://gitwriter.io/privacy

About

Notelane

This app allows you to write and edit notes using markdown with live formatting. It stores your notes as standard .md files in any folder you choose, including cloud storage, and offers features like wikilinks, tags, revision history, and note statistics.

Highlights
  • Live markdown rendering
  • Supports local and cloud storage
  • Wikilinks for note connection
  • Tag-based organization
  • Revision history
  • PDF export
  • Note statistics
Features
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Write in markdown and see your formatting come to life as you type — headings, bold, italic, links, code blocks, checklists, and more — all rendered inline. Your files. Your folders. Your way. Notelane works directly with the files on your device. On first launch, pick any folder — local storage, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or any connected cloud provider visible in the Files app. Your notes stay as standard .md files, fully portable and never locked in. Write with clarity A distraction-free editor with live formatting that renders your markdown as you type. No toggle between "edit" and "preview" — just write. Store notes anywhere Pick any folder on your device or in the cloud. Notelane works with iCloud Drive, Google Drive, Dropbox, or any storage provider visible in the Files app. Connect your thinking Link notes together with [[wikilinks]] and organize with #tags to build your own personal knowledge base — no complex setup required. Stay in control Revision history lets you restore previous versions of any note. PDF export and sharing are built in. A trash bin keeps deleted notes recoverable. Organize your way Nested folders, pinning, and tag-based filtering keep everything tidy. A clean sidebar puts your entire library one tap away. Note statistics Word count, character count, paragraphs, and estimated reading time — always available at a glance. Your writing deserves a home that respects simplicity. Notelane is that home.

Screenshots

GitWriter4 screens
Notelane4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Notelane at 100% against GitWriter's 0%. Notelane also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). GitWriter's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. GitWriter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Notelane asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notelane holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of GitWriter's written reviews are positive against 100% of Notelane's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GitWriter ships an update every 4 months, Notelane every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
GitWriter versus Notelane: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGitWriterNotelane
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnthony BrooksAsterios Digital GmbH

Customer experience

GitWriter

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Notelane

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GitWriter

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Backer$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Backer$14.991 Year
None

Notelane

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GitWriter free?
GitWriter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Notelane free?
Notelane is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GitWriter or Notelane?
Notelane is rated higher. GitWriter averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Notelane averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do GitWriter or Notelane have ads?
Neither GitWriter nor Notelane shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GitWriter or Notelane?
GitWriter ships an update every 4 months, and Notelane every 2 weeks. Most recently, GitWriter was updated on October 11, 2026 and Notelane on October 2, 2026.

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