3 vs notes and bugs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3
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"The only thing you need to remember, disappears neatly in 3 taps." Samsepan is a minimalist Lock Screen sticky note app that strips away all complex features and focuses entirely on 'simplicity'. A sudden idea, a verification code you need just for a moment, or a carton of milk to buy today. Don't bother opening an app to delete these highly volatile, temporary notes. Pin your note directly to the Lock Screen (Live Activity). When you're done, simply tap the widget. Tap exactly 3 times (The Rule of 3), and it vanishes from your screen instantly and conveniently. [Core Features] Instant Volatile Memo: Delete immediately from the Lock Screen with 3 taps, no app launch required. Minimalist Design: Intuitive, clutter-free yellow sticky note UI. Always in Sight: Pin notes instantly to the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen. [Pro Version Perks] Pin multiple notes at once (Up to 4 multi-posts). 4 vibrant theme colors to suit your taste. Accidentally deleted? Recover up to 10 recent notes from History. Pin it simply, delete it without hesitation.
notes and bugs
A digital space to capture ideas and organize thoughts on a customizable canvas. Decorate your notes with charming bug companions, stickers, and various elements to create a comforting and magical personal corner.
- Create and edit notes
- Free rearrangement on canvas
- Decorate with stickers and tape
- Add bug companions
- Personalize with backgrounds
- Local storage
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Welcome to notes and bugs, your cozy little space. Capture ideas, write quotes, and organize your notes on a customizable canvas filled with tiny bug companions and charming decorations. Features: • Create and edit notes anytime. • Rearrange everything freely on your canvas. • Decorate your space with stickers, washi tape, and stamps. • Invite adorable bug companions to wander around your creations. • Add tiny houses to make your canvas feel even more alive. • Personalize your experience with different backgrounds and styles. • Keep your notes stored locally on your device. Whether you're planning your day, collecting inspiration, or simply creating a comforting little corner for your thoughts, notes and bugs is here to make it feel a little more magical. Create a space that feels uniquely yours.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: notes and bugs at none against 3's 1. notes and bugs also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. notes and bugs asks for nothing beyond the download.
3 ships an update every 6 weeks, notes and bugs weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3 | notes and bugs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Minje Kim | Zulmy Linda Loo Cordova |
In-app purchases
3
- Samsepan Pro$0.99
notes and bugs
No in-app purchases
