Jotcal vs LockScreen Notes Calendar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Jotcal
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Jotcal is a family calendar designed to be seen, not managed. A single calm surface that shows what's happening today, without making you tap, scroll, or search. Put it on a tablet on the kitchen wall, or keep it in your pocket. It reads the same way. WRITE IT BY HAND Jot an event with Apple Pencil. Handwriting recognition turns your note into a calendar entry. No forms, no dropdowns. FIVE WAYS TO READ YOUR DAY Agenda, Grid, Timeline, Daybook, and the Dial. Pick the one that fits how you think, or the one that reads best from across the room. BUILT FOR THE WALL On a tablet, Jotcal becomes an ambient display: large, quiet, legible at a distance. WEATHER ON THE DAY Sunrise, daylight, and rain sit on the day itself, not in a separate tab you never open. WORKS WITH WHAT YOU ALREADY USE Your existing calendars, on your device. No new account, no sign-up, no lock-in. PRIVACY No account. No analytics. We don't measure how you use the app. No ads. Your handwriting never leaves your device. Jotcal contains no third-party SDKs of any kind. PAY ONCE One payment, yours forever. No subscription. Handwriting and calendar sync are always free. Pro unlocks every view, weather on your days, and the widgets. Buy once and every future update is included at today's price.
LockScreen Notes Calendar
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Turn your lock screen into a powerful productivity assistant with LockScreenColorβthe ultimate solution to cure the 'note and forget' habit. Important information stays front and center every time you pick up your phone, ensuring you never miss a plan. Instant Lock Screen Interaction β’ Quick Actions: Check off tasks or shopping items directly from your lock screen without opening the app. β’ Rapid Note-Taking: Tap any note to bring up the editor. Everything auto-saves instantly, letting you focus entirely on writing without worrying about losing data. Personalized Customization β’ Flexible Design: Customize paper colors, font shades, line styles, and templates to seamlessly complement your lock screen wallpaper. β’ Expressive Writing: Write by hand, doodle freely, or underline key points just like on a physical sticky note. β’ Images & Typography: Add photos from your gallery, insert favorite character stickers, and select fonts that match your mood. Productivity Booster β’ Lock Screen Calendar: Pin your calendar directly to your lock screen with customizable layouts and flexible date ranges. β’ Integrated Timer: Built-in timer tool helps you maintain focus and maximize efficiency. Private & Frictionless No registration or login required. LockScreenColor collects no personal data, letting you start using it immediately after installation. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/6f1babf4-af0b-49d2-b061-fd4047d3ec1b
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LockScreen Notes Calendar at none against Jotcal's 1. Jotcal's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Jotcal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LockScreen Notes Calendar asks for nothing beyond the download.
Jotcal ships an update every 11 days, LockScreen Notes Calendar monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Jotcal | LockScreen Notes Calendar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days β better | Monthly |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 106 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASTON D GILLILAND | Huy Van |
In-app purchases
Jotcal
- Jotcal Pro$12.99
LockScreen Notes Calendar
No in-app purchases
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