Comparison

Notebook vs Noted

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

Head to head
About

Notebook

Capture your thoughts, ideas, and tasks with a versatile digital notebook. Create rich notes with text, files, audio, and video. Organize content visually, collaborate in real-time, and access everything across your devices.

Highlights
  • Rich note creation with text, files, audio, and video
  • Checklist creation for task management
  • Bookmark collection and offline reading
  • Kanban-style note organization
  • Real-time collaboration and sharing
  • AI-powered journaling suggestions
  • Cross-device and cloud synchronization
Features
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Zoho Notebook is a free, ad-free note-taking app for students, teams and researchers: capture, find and reuse what you write down — typed notes, Apple Pencil handwriting, voice recordings with AI transcription, checklists, files and document scans in one note. Syncs across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and other devices. WHAT PEOPLE USE NOTEBOOK FOR 1. MEETING AND LECTURE NOTES Record with audio or video cards; Notebook AI turns it into searchable text with timestamps, so you jump straight to the decision instead of replaying it. Structured minutes with title, participants, decisions and action points sit in the note beside your highlights. Record screen and self at once; longer videos get chapters. 2. STUDY AND RESEARCH Record lectures and search the transcript weeks later. Scan textbooks and business cards, handwrite and sketch with Apple Pencil, use OCR to find text inside photos and handwritten notes, so nothing you captured becomes unfindable. A long note becomes an AI mind map before an exam. 3. DAILY TO-DOS AND JOURNALING Dedicated checklist cards keep tasks beside your notes, and recurring reminders keep them on schedule. Journaling prompts come from your own activity, easier to keep than a blank page. 4. FILES, SCANS, AND SAVED READING Add PDFs, Word docs and spreadsheets with file cards. Articles, videos, recipes and how-tos become Smart Cards, formatted automatically, readable offline and ad-free. Group it all into nested collections. QUESTIONS PEOPLE ASK Is it free? Yes, with 2GB of free storage and no ads. Notebook Pro adds more storage, longer notes, larger attachments, Email-In to save emails as notes, premium covers, and custom recurring reminders. Can I move my notes from Evernote, Google Keep, or OneNote? Yes, with dedicated migration tools; it arrives organized. Is my data private? Notes are encrypted in transit and at rest. We never sell your data and never show ads. Lock notes or notebooks with a password, Touch ID or Face ID; previews stay hidden until unlocked. Does it work offline? Yes. Create, edit and read offline, then pick up on another device once it syncs to the cloud. What can Notebook AI do? Transcribe audio and video, build mind maps, summarize and simplify, fix grammar, set tone (casual, professional, friendly, direct, or confident), translate into any language, draft notes, checklists, tables, code or a template from a prompt, and suggest tags. Notebook AI is a separate add-on. Does it use on-device AI and Siri? Yes. An on-device Knowledge Graph links ideas across notebooks and answers questions from your own notes. Siri creates and updates notes by voice with the app closed, and On-Screen Awareness summarizes what's on screen without switching apps. Can I share with non-users? Yes. @mention people to collaborate in real time, or publish a public note or video by link. MORE INSIDE - Search by title, content, tag, collaborator, or notebook; filter by any card type, contact, or link; search within one note; sort by date or relevance, with auto-suggestions and recent searches, offline and across languages - iPhone: text-search audio notes, share via iMessage, dictate with Siri, recent notes from the Notification Bar, SharePlay in calls - iPad: drag and drop, split view, slide over, multiple windows, Stage Manager - Apple Watch: record audio, scribble notes, check off lists, add photo notes, record in one tap from a watch face complication - VoiceOver and a dark interface - Roll back to any of a note's last 10 versions Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled and are charged to your Apple Account. Prices vary by location. Manage in your account settings. Privacy - https://www.zoho.com/privacy.html Terms - https://www.zoho.com/terms.html

About

Noted

Record, transcribe, and organize audio notes for meetings and studies. Link audio moments to text notes, skip silences, and dictate your thoughts. Share and sync across devices with customizable themes and reminders.

Highlights
  • Audio transcription
  • Time-stamped notes
  • Intelligent playback
  • Voice typing
  • Crystal-clear recording
  • Cross-device sync
  • Easy sharing
Features
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Meet Noted: Your Essential Audio Note-Taking Study Tool & Meeting Companion Unlock the power of Noted, the ultimate voice recorder and note app, designed to simplify your study and work life. Record, transcribe, and organize all in one place. Don’t let important details slip away—Noted captures every word, so you can focus on what really matters. KEY FEATURES: • Audio Transcription: Convert audio or video files into precise text • Time-Stamped Notes: Link important moments in your audio to specific points in your notes for quick access • Intelligent Playback: Skip silences and unwanted noise with advanced Machine Learning features • Voice Typing: Dictate your notes and convert speech to text instantly • Crystal-Clear Recording: Capture audio with background noise reduction, even in busy places • Easy Sharing: Share via iCloud, PDF, TXT, M4A, or web links • Cross-Device Sync: Access notes on iPhone, iPad, Mac and even Apple Watch via iCloud. • Reminders: Schedule revision alerts for meetings, lectures, or exams • Custom Themes: Personalize your experience with unique theme options • Quick Access Widgets: Record right from your home screen • Secure Notes: Lock notes for extra privacy • Multi-Language Support: Available in 18 languages and counting Why Noted? Whether you’re a student capturing every lecture or a professional aiming to stay organized, Noted keeps all your notes in one searchable, secure place. Say goodbye to scattered notes and missed details. Boost Your Productivity Today! Try Noted for free with a 7-day trial and experience note-taking without the hassle. Download now and see why it’s the app you’ll rely on daily! Noted offers the following subscription options (prices may vary by location): • Free 7-Day Trial with Yearly plan • Monthly Plan: Auto-renews, Flexible with full access (no trial) • Lifetime Access: One-time purchase for permanent full access (no trial) Manage Subscriptions: • Payment charged to your App Store account after the free trial ends • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends • Unused trial periods are forfeited when the subscription starts • Manage your subscription in Noted Account Settings or App Store Account Settings Family Sharing: • Available on Yearly plans For support, reach out at support@notedapp.io. Follow Us: TikTok: @notedapp X: @EverythingNoted Instagram: @notedapp Facebook: everythingnoted Privacy Policy: https://www.notedapp.io/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://www.notedapp.io/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Notebook4 screens
Noted4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Notebook at 4.7 against Noted's 4.5. Notebook also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 3.6K) and review sentiment (65% vs 55%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Notebook sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Noted sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notebook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notebook has 24K ratings behind it against 3.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Notebook's written reviews are positive against 55% of Noted's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Notebook versus Noted: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotebookNoted
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (24K ratings) — better4.5 (3.6K ratings)
Positive reviews64.7% of reviews — better55.1% of reviews
Number of ratings24K — better3.6K
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB384 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZoho CorporationDigital Workroom Ltd

Customer experience

Notebook

All ratings23,853 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews603 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral10.4%
Negative24.9%

Noted

All ratings3,639 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews841 reviews
Positive55.1%
Neutral11.2%
Negative33.8%

User reviews

Notebook

From 24K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Highly organized and customizable
  • 👍 Visually appealing and intuitive
  • 🔒 Secure with password protection
  • 🤳 Seamless cross-device sync
  • 📝 Versatile note-taking features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional sync and stability issues
  • 🔀 Inconsistent note order after editing
  • 🔍 Limited search functionality
  • 📤 Lack of export/backup options
  • 🔗 Difficulty inserting links in notes

Noted

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent note-taking features
  • ⏱️ Helpful time-stamping and audio playback
  • 📝 Versatile and organized note-taking
  • 🤖 Impressive AI transcription capabilities
  • 👍 Sleek and user-friendly interface

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Overly restrictive free version
  • 💰 Subscription-based model
  • 🐛 Sync and stability issues
  • 🖌️ Limited formatting and customization options
  • 🔇 Inconsistent audio recording quality

Bugs and requests

Notebook

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Notes disappearing or getting corrupted
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Inconsistent behavior when editing notes
  • Syncing problems across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved sorting and reordering options for notes
  • Enhanced search capabilities
  • Ability to export notes in various formats
  • More customization options for notebook covers
  • Integration with other productivity apps

Noted

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Issues with audio playback and syncing
  • Inconsistent performance on different devices
  • Unexpected data loss and note deletion

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to edit and trim audio recordings
  • More advanced formatting and layout options
  • Integration with other note-taking and productivity apps
  • Improved search and organization tools
  • Offline mode for recording and note-taking
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  • Collaborative features for sharing and co-editing notes

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Notebook

Subscriptions7
  • Notebook Pro$2.491 Month
  • Notebook Pro Plus$3.991 Month
  • Notebook AI$4.991 Month
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  • Notebook Personal$14.991 Year
  • Notebook Pro2 variants$24.991 Year
  • Notebook Pro Plus$39.991 Year
  • Notebook AI$49.991 Year
13 purchases

Noted

Subscriptions11
  • Noted Assistant$2.991 Month
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription – Promo3 Months trial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
  • Secret Discount (1 year)1 Year trial$44.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription – Promo1 Year trial$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Noted+ Lifetime (Upgrade)$39.99
  • Noted+ Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Notebook free?
Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Noted free?
Noted is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Notebook or Noted?
Notebook is rated higher. Notebook averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Noted averages 4.5 from 3.6K ratings.
Do Notebook or Noted have ads?
Neither Notebook nor Noted shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notebook or Noted?
Notebook ships an update every 6 days, and Noted every 6 days. Most recently, Notebook was updated on September 24, 2026 and Noted on September 22, 2026.

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