Comparison

Quick Notes with widget vs Subs

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

Head to head
About

Quick Notes with widget

Capture thoughts instantly and access them from your notification center. This app prioritizes speed and simplicity for jotting down ideas without distraction. It offers convenient access on Apple Watch and syncs across devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Quick note creation
  • Notification Center widget
  • Apple Watch app
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Note search
  • Reminders
Features
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A single piece of paper for your peace of mind. That's exactly what Quick Notes is all about – a nifty place to jot down your thoughts as quickly as possible so you can let them go and decide what to do with them later. No lists, no excessive clutter – just open and take notes. Practicality and simplicity is deeply rooted in Quick Notes. Its meticulously arranged main screen, along with Home Screen Widgets, Apple Watch Complications, and Notifications keep you up to date efficiently. In addition, you can use Headings and Check marks to make your notes clearer at a glance, add a new note directly on your Apple Watch, customize the Widgets, or take control over the Dark Mode – all this and more with just a one-time purchase we call Everything. Features: • Single sheet for your quick notes and drafts • iCloud synchronization • Home Screen Widgets • Apple Watch Complications • Reminder Additionally with Everything (a one-time in-app purchase): • Headings • Check marks • Swipe left to delete a line • Version history • Appearance under control • Adding and ticking notes on Apple Watch • Character counter • Widget customization The app is ideal for things like to-do lists, grocery lists, packing lists, room numbers, tracking codes, or to remember your parking space. ---- Privacy Policy: https://quicknotesapp.net/privacy-policy.html

About

Subs

Features
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Subs is a simple subscription management tool that helps you track and manage all your subscription expenses. Whether it's streaming services, software subscriptions, or memberships, you can view and control everything in one place. Key Features Subscription Management • Add and edit subscription details: name, cost, billing cycle (weekly/monthly/yearly) • Support for recurring subscriptions and one-time purchases • Set start date and custom icons for each subscription • Stop subscriptions: keep records while excluding from cost calculations • Restore subscriptions: reactivate stopped subscriptions • Delete subscriptions: permanently remove unwanted records Cost Tracking • View daily, monthly, and yearly subscription totals in real-time • Cost summary cards for intuitive expense overview • Multi-currency support with automatic exchange rate conversion • Set different currencies for each subscription Up Next Feature • Clearly shows the next upcoming charge • Renewals listed in chronological order • Avoid forgetting to cancel unwanted trial subscriptions • Quickly view upcoming charges for the next few days Subscription List • Overview of all active subscriptions • Sort and filter by different criteria • Swipe left for quick actions: edit, delete • Swipe right for quick actions: stop, restore (for active recurring subscriptions only) • Tap to view subscription details Multi-Currency Support • Set individual currency for each subscription • Automatically calculate total across different currencies • Supports common currencies: USD, EUR, CNY, JPY, and more Data Privacy • All subscription data stored locally on your device only • No account registration or internet connection required • No collection or upload of any personal information • Completely offline usage Pro Version Features Upgrade to Pro to unlock advanced features: Unlimited Subscriptions • Free version has subscription limits • Pro version allows unlimited subscriptions Notification Reminders • Customizable renewal reminder notifications • Set reminder timing: 1 day, 3 days, 7 days in advance, etc. • Avoid unexpected charges and forgotten cancellations • Configure notification preferences for each subscription individually Advanced Analytics • Visual charts displaying subscription trends • View spending distribution by category • Track historical cost changes • Data-driven subscription optimization suggestions One-Time Purchase • Pro version uses a one-time payment model • Permanently unlocks all features after purchase • No additional subscription fees or hidden charges • Restore purchase support included Use Cases • Manage streaming subscriptions: Netflix, Disney+, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Premium, etc. • Track software subscriptions: Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, Notion, etc. • Record membership services: gym memberships, iCloud storage, Amazon Prime, etc. • Monitor insurance and utilities: car insurance, home insurance, utility bills, etc. • Control subscription spending: understand monthly totals, optimize subscription portfolio How to Use Add Subscription 1. Tap the + button at the bottom 2. Enter subscription name and cost 3. Select billing cycle and currency 4. Set start date (optional) 5. Save subscription Edit Subscription • Swipe left in the subscription list and tap edit button • Or tap subscription card to view details, then edit Stop Subscription • Swipe right in the subscription list and tap stop button • Stopped subscriptions continue until the current billing cycle ends • No longer included in cost calculations afterward Delete Subscription • Swipe left in the subscription list and tap delete button • Permanently deleted after confirmation, cannot be recovered View Cost Statistics • Homepage top shows daily, monthly, and yearly totals • Up Next card displays upcoming renewals • Subscription list shows all active subscriptions

Screenshots

Quick Notes with widget4 screens
Subs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Subs at every 2 weeks against Quick Notes with widget's every 6 months. Quick Notes with widget's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Quick Notes with widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Subs sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quick Notes with widget ships an update every 6 months, Subs every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Quick Notes with widget versus Subs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuick Notes with widgetSubs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (94 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings94 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichal Kos展 陆

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Quick Notes with widget

One-time1
  • Everything$3.99
1 purchases

Subs

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Quick Notes with widget free?
Quick Notes with widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Subs free?
Subs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Quick Notes with widget or Subs have ads?
Neither Quick Notes with widget nor Subs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Quick Notes with widget or Subs?
Quick Notes with widget ships an update every 6 months, and Subs every 2 weeks. Most recently, Quick Notes with widget was updated on October 13, 2026 and Subs on October 1, 2026.

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