# Notebook vs HPlanner

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Notebook at 24K against HPlanner's 1. Notebook also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). HPlanner's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Notebook sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and HPlanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HPlanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notebook has 24K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Notebook ships an update every 6 days, HPlanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Notebook | HPlanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notebook-ai-notes-notepad/id973801089/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hplanner/id6451871199/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 64.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 220 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zoho Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/388384807) | [DailerApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1694180362) |

## What reviewers say

### Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notebook-ai-notes-notepad/id973801089)

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:** Safari Extension, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notebook Pro | $2.49 | per month |
| Notebook Pro Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Notebook AI | $4.99 | per month |
| Notebook Personal | $14.99 | per year |
| Notebook Pro | $24.99 | per year |
| Notebook Pro Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Notebook AI | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### HPlanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hplanner/id6451871199)

This digital planner offers an analog feel for organizing your life. Easily sketch out long-term goals, monthly plans, and daily tasks. Track routines, gain insights from statistics, and enjoy features like iCloud sync and customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Analog-inspired digital planner, Yearly, monthly, and daily planning, Routine setting and tracking, Statistics for time management insights, iCloud sync, Customizable themes, Search functionality

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| 3 Months | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year | $12.99 | per year |
| Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Notebook free?

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

### Is HPlanner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Notebook or HPlanner?

HPlanner is rated higher. Notebook averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while HPlanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Notebook or HPlanner have ads?

Neither Notebook nor HPlanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Notebook or HPlanner?

Notebook ships an update every 6 days, and HPlanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Notebook was updated on October 13, 2026 and HPlanner on October 5, 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.*