Comparison

Notebook vs Note Book App

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

Note Book App

Capture and organize all your thoughts, tasks, and memories with a feature-rich note-taking application. Offers rich text, checklists, voice notes, and advanced organization tools. Secure your data with PIN and password protection, and easily back up your notes.

Highlights
  • Rich text and voice notes
  • Checklists and to-do lists
  • Customizable themes and wallpapers
  • Categories, folders, and tags
  • PIN and password protection
  • One-tap export and iCloud backup
  • Built-in calculator
Features
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Note Book - Your Smart Note-Taking Companion Never lose your thoughts again! Create, organize, and backup your notes with the most intuitive note-taking app on iOS. WHY CHOOSE NOTE BOOK? Note Book is not just another notes app - it's your personal productivity powerhouse designed to capture every idea, task, and memory with elegance and efficiency. POWERFUL FEATURES MULTIPLE NOTE TYPES Rich Text Notes - Write freely with full formatting Checklists - Track your daily tasks effortlessly Todo Lists - Stay organized and productive Voice Notes - Capture ideas on the go BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMIZATION Custom Themes - Match your style with unlimited color options Background Wallpapers - Personalize your note-taking experience Color-Coded Categories - Organize notes your way Multiple View Layouts - List, Grid 2x2, or Grid 3x3 SMART ORGANIZATION Categories and Folders - Keep everything perfectly organized Tags System - Find notes instantly with smart tagging Pin Important Notes - Keep crucial notes at the top Archive Feature - Declutter without deleting Smart Search - Find any note in seconds ADVANCED CALCULATOR Built-in Calculator - Perfect circular iOS-style buttons Calculation History - Never lose your math again Copy Results - Tap any calculation to copy Brand-Themed Design - Seamless app integration PRIVACY AND SECURITY PIN Lock Protection - Secure your sensitive notes Password-Protected Notes - Extra layer of security Private Folders - Lock entire categories Offline First - Your data stays on your device BACKUP AND RESTORE One-Tap Export - Save all notes to JSON format Email Backups - Send backups to yourself instantly iCloud Integration - Save to Files app automatically Easy Restore - Import notes anytime, anywhere Never Lose Data - Even after reinstalling the app SMART REMINDERS Set Note Reminders - Never forget important tasks Custom Notifications - Get alerted at the right time Reminder Management - Easy to view and edit PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS Sort Options - 6 different sorting methods Favorite Notes - Mark and find important notes quickly Trash Management - Auto-delete or restore deleted notes Note Count Display - Track your productivity BEAUTIFUL INTERFACE Dark Mode Support - Easy on your eyes iOS-Style Design - Feels native and familiar Smooth Animations - Delightful user experience Intuitive Navigation - Find everything effortlessly PERFECT FOR Students - Take class notes and organize study materials Professionals - Manage meetings, projects, and ideas Writers - Capture creative thoughts and drafts Busy Parents - Track schedules, lists, and reminders Anyone - Who values organization and productivity WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT Unlike other note apps that complicate things, Note Book focuses on what matters: SPEED - Open and start writing instantly SIMPLICITY - Clean interface, no learning curve RELIABILITY - Robust backup system means zero data loss BEAUTY - Every detail is designed with care PRIVACY - Your notes stay yours, always KEY HIGHLIGHTS Lightning Fast - No lag, no delays Fully Customizable - Make it yours Powerful Yet Simple - All features, zero complexity Automatic Saving - Never lose a single word Easy Sharing - Export notes to any app Regular Updates - We're constantly improving COMPLETELY FREE All features included! No hidden subscriptions, no ads interrupting your flow, no premium tiers. Just pure note-taking excellence. REQUIREMENTS iOS 13.0 or later iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch compatible Optimized for all screen sizes SUPPORT We love hearing from you! Contact us for: Feature requests Bug reports General feedback Download Note Book today and transform the way you capture ideas! Your thoughts deserve the best home. Make it Note Book.

Screenshots

Notebook4 screens
Note Book App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Notebook at 4.7 against Note Book App's 3.0. Notebook also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 2) and review sentiment (65% vs 50%). Note Book App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Note Book App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notebook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notebook has 24K ratings behind it against 2, 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 50% of Note Book App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notebook ships an update every 6 days, Note Book App every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Notebook versus Note Book App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotebookNote Book App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (24K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews64.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings24K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZoho CorporationPrimus Okorie

Customer experience

Notebook

All ratings23,853 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews604 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral10.6%
Negative24.8%

Note Book App

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Note Book App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Note Book App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notebook free?
Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Note Book App free?
Note Book App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Notebook or Note Book App?
Notebook is rated higher. Notebook averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Note Book App averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Notebook or Note Book App have ads?
Neither Notebook nor Note Book App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notebook or Note Book App?
Notebook ships an update every 6 days, and Note Book App every 4 days. Most recently, Notebook was updated on September 29, 2026 and Note Book App on September 2, 2026.

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