Comparison

WebClipBrowser for iPad vs Simple Notes

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

Head to head
About

WebClipBrowser for iPad

Features
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WebClipBrowser is the iOS app for iPad. You can save to the CameraRoll the image in range selection of rectangular WEB page. [Feature] You can be cut with range select a portion of your favorite WEB page. In documenting at work or if you want to keep the article you like. It supports portrait and landscape orientation of the device. You can use it as a browser bookmark is also function of the WEB page. You can share the URL to the WebClipBrowser app by sharing from the Safari browser. [How to use] 1. I open WEB site from bookmarks or address bar at the top. 2. I turn on the range selection mode from the button at the bottom toolbar. Icon turns red when the mode is turned on. 3. Specify the range to cut by dragging from the upper left(start point) to the lower right(end point) and so it looks like draw a rectangle on the WEB page. 4. And then save it as an image in the camera roll the range by pressing the scissors icon on the toolbar. 5. Close the range selection mode by pressing the icon again if you continue to browse the WEB site.

About

Simple Notes

This app helps you easily write, organize, and find notes. Attach images, use color-coded folders, and sort notes by date or title. Protect your entries with a passcode and customize the look with themes and fonts.

Highlights
  • Attach photos to notes
  • Organize with color-coded folders
  • View notes by date in calendar
  • Protect notes with passcode lock
  • Export notes as PDF or image
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
Features
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Simple Notes is an easy-to-use notes app that leaves out the extras, so writing, organizing, and finding notes stay simple. Notes go into color-coded folders, and you can find them using the calendar or photo album. No account or setup is required, and the app works offline. Core features are free. Keep everything in one place, from class notes and work memos to a diary or baby journal. [Features] ■ Add Photos to Notes - Attach images to any note - Insert pictures from your photo library, or take a photo on the spot ■ Folder Organization - Create folders to keep your notes organized - Choose from 24 folder colors to tell categories apart at a glance ■ Calendar View - View notes by date using the built-in calendar - Tap any date to see notes for that date — perfect for locating past entries ■ Photo Album - Browse all images added to notes in one place - Tap a photo to jump to its note ■ Home Screen & Lock Screen Widgets - Keep a note on your Home Screen like a sticky note — no need to open the app - Lock Screen widgets let you see a note without unlocking your iPhone - Choose which note to display and its text size *Widgets are part of the Premium Service* ■ Sort Notes & Bullet Lists - Sort by note date, date edited, date created, or title, ascending or descending - Bullet lists make it easy to write shopping and packing lists ■ Passcode Lock - Protect your notes with a passcode - Supports Face ID and Touch ID for quick and secure access ■ Font Styles - Choose from 12 font styles - Choose a playful, elegant, or professional look for your notes ■ Themes and App Icons - Pick from 23 theme colors and matching app icons - Customize the look of the app and even the Home Screen icon ■ Full-Note Image & PDF - Turn an entire note, even a long one with photos, into a single image to share - Export notes as PDFs for work or school ■ Data Backup & Export - Back up your notes to iCloud or export them to your computer - Hand exported notes to AI apps for summaries, or save them to Notion or Google Drive - Export formats: HTML (for Windows), RTFD (for Mac, keeps images), PDF, and TXT *Data export and iCloud backup are part of the Premium Service; notes are also included in your iPhone’s device backup* ■ iCloud Sync - Use iCloud to sync notes across your iPhone and iPad (Premium Service) - Restore your notes on a new device if yours is lost or broken ■ Smart Search - Use the built-in search to quickly find notes - Add text tags like “#Important” to make key notes easier to locate ■ Character Count - Check the character count as you write reports, essays, or fiction - Each note can hold up to 100,000 characters ■ Text Display Settings - Adjust text size, contrast, and line spacing - Ideal if you prefer larger text or need better readability - Dark Mode is supported for nighttime use ■ Remove Ads - The Premium Service hides all ads - Enjoy a clean, distraction-free screen for your notes [Great For] - Students: class and lecture notes with photos, one folder per course — export notes as PDF or text and hand them to AI apps for exam prep - Parents: a baby journal with photos, growth records, and family memos in folders - Work: meeting notes, ideas, and memos in one place — tap the mic on the iOS keyboard to dictate notes, handy for transcripts and meeting minutes - Writers: novels, blog drafts, and reports — live character count and PDF sharing [Good to Know] - Works on iPhone and iPad (iOS/iPadOS 14 or later) - Works offline — create and view notes even in Airplane Mode - No handwriting inside notes or audio recording (write on exported images and PDFs) [Help & Contact] - For help, go to “Help / FAQ” in the app settings - If you still have questions, tap “Contact Us” on the help screen - For faster support, contact us through the app rather than leaving an App Store review 【Terms of Service】 https://komorebi-studio.com/tos_en.html 【Privacy Policy】 https://komorebi-studio.com/policyredirect.html

Screenshots

Simple Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Notes at Free against WebClipBrowser for iPad's $3.99. Simple Notes also leads on device support (3 vs 1). WebClipBrowser for iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence and iOS requirement 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

Simple Notes is free to download; WebClipBrowser for iPad costs $3.99 up front. Simple Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. WebClipBrowser for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WebClipBrowser for iPad ships an update every 5 months, Simple Notes every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WebClipBrowser for iPad versus Simple Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebClipBrowser for iPadSimple Notes
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (790 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—87.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—790 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB215 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTakeshi KayahashiKomorebi Inc.

Bugs and requests

WebClipBrowser for iPad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Simple Notes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • No local PC backup and restore feature
  • UI looks outdated and childish

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to pin notes at the top of a folder
  • Implement iCloud sync between devices
  • Introduce more text formatting options (bold, italics, underline, etc.)
  • Allow changing folder colors

In-app purchases

None

WebClipBrowser for iPad

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Simple Notes

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Premium (Annual)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Service$39.99

Questions

Is WebClipBrowser for iPad free?
WebClipBrowser for iPad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Notes free?
Simple Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WebClipBrowser for iPad or Simple Notes have ads?
Simple Notes shows ads; WebClipBrowser for iPad does not.
Which is updated more often, WebClipBrowser for iPad or Simple Notes?
WebClipBrowser for iPad ships an update every 5 months, and Simple Notes every 3 months. Most recently, WebClipBrowser for iPad was updated on October 29, 2026 and Simple Notes on November 2, 2026.

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