# GradientWallpaper vs Sticky Notes

The clearest difference is rating: GradientWallpaper at 5.0 against Sticky Notes's 4.4. GradientWallpaper also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#27 vs #144). Sticky Notes's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 65 months) and ratings volume (32 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

GradientWallpaper costs $0.49 and Sticky Notes $0.99 up front. Sticky Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GradientWallpaper asks for nothing beyond the download.

GradientWallpaper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sticky Notes has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GradientWallpaper ships an update every 65 months, Sticky Notes weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GradientWallpaper | Sticky Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.49** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradientwallpaper/id731511368/reviews)** | [4.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-widgets-pro/id1539320593/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | — | 83.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 65 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | #144 |
| Size | 1 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EIICHI KOMINE](https://appshunter.io/developer/495643581) | [Quoc Cuong Pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539320595) |

## What reviewers say

### GradientWallpaper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradientwallpaper/id731511368)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Paid · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Design unique wallpapers with customizable gradients. Adjust direction, extent, and color combinations in real-time. Save up to 50 favorite patterns for your device.

**Highlights:** Customizable gradient creation, Real-time gradient preview, Up to 7 color gradients, Linear and Radial gradient types, Save up to 50 favorite patterns

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Sticky Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-notes-widgets-pro/id1539320593)

**Currently charting:** #144 Top Paid · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Personalize your home screen with customizable sticky note widgets. Add, edit, and manage notes with options to change background and text colors for a vibrant display. Easy to set up and use for quick reminders and visual organization.

**Highlights:** Home screen note widgets, Customizable background and text colors, Add, edit, and remove notes, Easy setup and use, Colorful home screen personalization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium upgrade | Free | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GradientWallpaper free?

GradientWallpaper costs $0.49, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Sticky Notes free?

Sticky Notes costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GradientWallpaper or Sticky Notes?

GradientWallpaper is rated higher. GradientWallpaper averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Sticky Notes averages 4.4 from 32 ratings.

### Do GradientWallpaper or Sticky Notes have ads?

Neither GradientWallpaper nor Sticky Notes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GradientWallpaper or Sticky Notes?

GradientWallpaper ships an update every 65 months, and Sticky Notes weekly. Most recently, GradientWallpaper was updated on October 1, 2026 and Sticky Notes on September 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, GradientWallpaper or Sticky Notes?

GradientWallpaper currently peaks at #27 in the App Store charts, and Sticky Notes at #144. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*