Comparison

Smart Copy vs NoteLabZ

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

Head to head
About

Smart Copy

Manage your clipboard history with this app. It saves everything you copy, allowing you to view, re-copy, and even edit past items. Sync your history across devices using iCloud for seamless access.

Highlights
  • Clipboard history management
  • Re-copy items
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Edit copied text
  • Store rich text, images, and more
  • Favorite items
  • Search history
Features
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Smart Copy is a powerful clipboard history manager that keeps history of the items you copy. Easily view and re-copy items previously in the clipboard, and sync it all with iCloud (optional)! Copy from any app, open Smart Copy, and the item will be added to the history. ~ Features ~ • View your Copy history • Re-copy items back to the clipboard • Copy on one device, paste on another device! (iCloud) • Edit text that you copied When have you tapped “Paste” only to find what you're looking for is gone? Never again! You now have a history of your previously-copied items. Simply open Smart Copy, and the copied item will be added to the history. Smart Copy attempts to store virtually anything in your clipboard, including rich text, images, movies, PDF, archives, and more! Star your frequently-used items for easy access in the favorites section. You can even search your previously-copied items! ~ More features ~ • Text options: Search, send text message, email, and plain text copy. • Image options: Add to Photo Album or print image • Keep your frequently-accessed items in the favorites section • Search your previously-copied items • Sync & backup your Copy history (iCloud) • Tired of pasting text into an app such as Mail, only to find that the text is too large or the wrong color? Copy a text entry as plain text, removing all formatting. • Stores as many clipboard item representations as possible for a high quality paste. Easily view details of the stored data. Take control of your clipboard by using Smart Copy!

About

NoteLabZ

Features
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Description: Stay organized and in control with an all-in-one note-taking app designed to handle real-world scenarios. Whether you're managing a customer service call, preparing for a project, or just keeping personal records, this app lets you do more than just jot down text. Create rich notes and keep everything related—photos, videos, website links, and important attachments—together in one place. Imagine you're calling support about a broken laptop: take notes during the call, snap a photo of the damage, attach your purchase receipt, and record a video for proof. Everything stays linked to the same note so you can easily access it when needed. Key Features: Write and organize detailed notes Attach images directly to your notes Add videos and record your own Store important files like receipts or manuals Save useful website links alongside your notes Keep everything grouped so it's always in context Perfect for tracking service issues, managing appointments, organizing projects, or simply keeping your life in order. No more scattered files or lost information—everything you need is just a tap away.

Screenshots

Smart Copy4 screens
NoteLabZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NoteLabZ at every 16 months against Smart Copy's every 36 months. Smart Copy's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Smart Copy costs $0.99 and NoteLabZ $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Copy ships an update every 36 months, NoteLabZ every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Smart Copy versus NoteLabZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart CopyNoteLabZ
Price$0.99 — better$1.99
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 36 monthsEvery 16 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLukas RossiKhoa Nguyen

In-app purchases

None

Smart Copy

No in-app purchases

None

NoteLabZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart Copy free?
Smart Copy costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NoteLabZ free?
NoteLabZ costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smart Copy or NoteLabZ have ads?
Neither Smart Copy nor NoteLabZ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Copy or NoteLabZ?
Smart Copy ships an update every 36 months, and NoteLabZ every 16 months. Most recently, Smart Copy was updated on November 11, 2026 and NoteLabZ on November 12, 2026.

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