Comparison

MieMemo vs Lock Screen Notes

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

Head to head
About

MieMemo

Features
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See your notes without unlocking. MieMemo shows your memo on the iPhone lock screen with a widget. Write it once and it appears in seconds — no need to rebuild or reset a wallpaper every time. WHY MIEMEMO - The lock screen is the first thing you see, dozens of times a day. MieMemo puts your notes right there. - Checklists for groceries and packing — tap to check items off. - Templates to start fast: Groceries, Packing, Today, Goals. - Adjustable text size and line spacing. - Wallpaper export for a full-screen look, with a Shortcuts auto-update guide on iOS 18+. - Automatic history backup — your previous note is kept when you rewrite. PEACE OF MIND - Your notes are never uploaded. Everything you write stays on your device. - Memos and widgets work offline. - Battery-friendly — no background processes. - No full-screen ads while you write or save a memo. FREE & PRO The free version is supported by ads. Free: one memo, basic themes, widgets, wallpaper export, recent history. Pro (one-time purchase, no subscription): removes ads, unlimited memos, all themes, unlimited history. Questions or requests? Settings > Contact inside the app.

About

Lock Screen Notes

Features
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PinNote puts your most important notes right where you'll see them on your Lock Screen and Home Screen. No more forgetting grocery lists, meeting reminders, or quick ideas. With a simple tap, turn any note into a beautiful widget that stays visible all day. Whether it's a daily task list, a shopping reminder, or a motivational quote, PinNote makes sure you never miss what matters. KEY FEATURES • Lock Screen & Home Screen Widgets - See your notes without unlocking your phone • Quick Note Creation - Jot down ideas in seconds • Customizable Styles - Choose colors, fonts, and themes to match your vibe • Checklists & To-Do Lists - Turn any note into an actionable task list • One-Tap Edit - Update your widget notes instantly Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who needs their notes visible at a glance. Stop forgetting. Start pinning. Download PinNote today and keep your notes where you can actually see them.

Screenshots

MieMemo4 screens
Lock Screen Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lock Screen Notes at none against MieMemo's 1. Lock Screen Notes also leads on ads (none vs shown). MieMemo's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). On price 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. MieMemo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lock Screen Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
MieMemo versus Lock Screen Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMieMemoLock Screen Notes
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperERI MUNAKATANajis Ezaz

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MieMemo

One-time1
  • MieMemo Pro$3.99
None

Lock Screen Notes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MieMemo free?
MieMemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lock Screen Notes free?
Lock Screen Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MieMemo or Lock Screen Notes have ads?
MieMemo shows ads; Lock Screen Notes does not.

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