# Notepad vs Sticky Notes widget

The clearest difference is monetization model: Notepad at free with in-app purchases against Sticky Notes widget's subscription. Notepad also leads on ratings volume (28K vs 268) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Sticky Notes widget's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.3 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Notepad sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Sticky Notes widget sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Notepad holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notepad has 28K ratings behind it against 268, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Notepad's written reviews are positive against 76% of Sticky Notes widget's.

Notepad ships an update every 8 days, Sticky Notes widget weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Notepad | Sticky Notes widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-easy-notes-and-memos/id725368535/reviews)** | [4.6 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-widget-simple/id1541547937/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 268 |
| Positive reviews | **84.1% of reviews** | 76.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 100 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [1381802 Ontario Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/318613521) | [Amit Verma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219761009) |

## What reviewers say

### Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notepad-easy-notes-and-memos/id725368535)

Capture thoughts, create to-do lists, and organize ideas with a versatile digital notebook. Supports handwriting, text notes, and secure cloud syncing. Personalize your experience with custom themes and icons.

**Highlights:** Create to-do lists with checkboxes, Unlimited text notes, Handwritten notes with Apple Pencil, Organize notes into folders, Pin and sort notes, iCloud backup and sync, Advanced search functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 📝 Useful for notes, lists, and reminders
- 🎨 Customizable font and color options
- 💾 Reliable for storing important information
- 🔍 Helpful search functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium subscription required to remove ads
- 🐛 Occasional data loss or note disappearance
- 📤 Lack of sharing or exporting options
- 🔒 No password protection for individual notes

**Reported bugs**

- Notes randomly disappearing
- Ads covering up the note-taking area

**Requested features**

- Add drawing/highlighting tools
- Integrate with calendar and contacts
- Ability to sort and organize notes
- Option to password protect specific notes


### Sticky Notes widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-widget-simple/id1541547937)

Add interactive sticky notes to your iOS lock screen and home screen. These notes appear instantly when you pick up your phone, ensuring you never forget important information. Customize notes with text, checklists, or photos, and personalize their appearance with various fonts, colors, and backgrounds.

**Highlights:** Interactive lock screen widgets, Home screen widgets, Customizable notes (text, checklist, photo), Customizable widget appearance, Watch app integration, iCloud sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notes Pro. | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Notes Pro. | $19.99 | per year |
| Notes Pro. | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Notepad free?

Notepad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sticky Notes widget free?

Sticky Notes widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Notepad or Sticky Notes widget?

Notepad is rated higher. Notepad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Sticky Notes widget averages 4.6 from 268 ratings.

### Do Notepad or Sticky Notes widget have ads?

Notepad shows ads; Sticky Notes widget does not.

### Which is updated more often, Notepad or Sticky Notes widget?

Notepad ships an update every 8 days, and Sticky Notes widget weekly. Most recently, Notepad was updated on September 25, 2026 and Sticky Notes widget on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*