JotStay vs TapNote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
JotStay
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JotStay is the fastest way to put a note on your lock screen. Open the app, type your thought, tap Send ā done. Your note instantly appears as a notification on your lock screen. No timers, no categories, no setup. Just type and go. Perfect for: ⢠Reminders you need to see right now ā "Take out the trash", "Call mom" ⢠Quick thoughts you don't want to forget ⢠Shopping lists, one item at a time ⢠Anything you want front and center on your phone Every note is saved in your history. Tap any past note to send it again as a new notification. Swipe to delete what you no longer need. Key features: ⢠Instant notifications ā your note appears on the lock screen the moment you send it ⢠Full history ā every note is saved and ready to reuse ⢠One-tap resend ā tap any past note to send it again ⢠Zero friction ā the keyboard is ready the moment you open the app ⢠Dark Mode support ⢠No account required, no sign-up, no internet connection needed ⢠Your notes stay on your device ā nothing is collected or shared JotStay does one thing and does it well. No bloat, no distractions.
TapNote
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TapNote is a simple and practical note-taking app designed for quick personal notes. Create notes easily, keep your thoughts organized, and access your saved notes whenever you need them. The app focuses on a clean interface, fast usage, and a distraction-free writing experience. TapNote is ideal for short reminders, daily thoughts, quick lists, simple ideas, and personal notes. Key Features: ⢠Create quick personal notes ⢠Edit and delete notes easily ⢠Keep notes organized on your device ⢠Simple and clean interface ⢠Fast and lightweight experience ⢠No account required ⢠Easy to use for everyday note-taking TapNote is built for users who want a straightforward note app without unnecessary complexity.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: JotStay at none against TapNote's shown. TapNote's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | JotStay | TapNote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No ā better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jiri Syrovy | Emre Akin |
In-app purchases
JotStay
No in-app purchases
TapNote
No in-app purchases









