# Inkpad Notepad vs Memo Pad

The clearest difference is update cadence: Inkpad Notepad at every 9 days against Memo Pad's every 6 weeks. Inkpad Notepad also leads on ratings volume (8.5K vs 427) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Inkpad Notepad sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Memo Pad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Inkpad Notepad against 4.6 for Memo Pad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Inkpad Notepad has 8.5K ratings behind it against 427, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 80% and 79% positive.

Inkpad Notepad ships an update every 9 days, Memo Pad every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Inkpad Notepad | Memo Pad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkpad-notepad-notes-to-do/id992332888/reviews) | [4.6 (427 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memo-pad-simple-note-pad/id1078142918/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.5K** | 427 |
| Positive reviews | **79.9% of reviews** | 79.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Workpail, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/948783012) | [woodsmall inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/708077492) |

## What reviewers say

### Inkpad Notepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkpad-notepad-notes-to-do/id992332888)

Effortlessly capture thoughts, to-do lists, and shopping lists with this intuitive note-taking app. Sync your notes online for access from any device, and easily search, share, or delete them. It's the digital notepad you'll always have with you.

**Highlights:** Create notes and lists, Auto-save functionality, Online syncing and web access, Search notes and lists, Share notes via email/SMS, Delete notes easily

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inkpad Basic Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Lite Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Standard Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Basic Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Plus Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Inkpad Lite Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Standard Yearly | $149.99 | per year |
| Inkpad Plus Yearly | $239.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient cross-device sync
- 👍 Reliable note-taking
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Helpful for organizing notes and lists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional note loss or sync issues
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💰 Paid premium version required for some features
- 🔍 Inconsistent user interface changes
- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Notes sometimes disappear after updates
- Cursor positioning issues when editing
- Syncing problems leading to data loss
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive

**Requested features**

- Add ability to password protect notes
- Improve note editing functionality
- Provide more font and formatting options
- Implement a multi-select/delete feature for notes
- Add reminders and alarm functionality


### Memo Pad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memo-pad-simple-note-pad/id1078142918)

This is a straightforward and visually appealing notepad application. It allows users to quickly jot down ideas, tasks, or lists and find them later with a search function. Users can also customize the appearance and share content with other applications.

**Highlights:** Easy note search, Customizable themes and fonts, Sort notes by date, Share notes to other apps, Tablet optimized design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $0.49 | per month |
| 6 months plan | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual plan | $5.99 | per year |
| Pay in full | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient for quick notes
- 🔒 Secure with password protection
- 📝 Helpful for reminders and to-do lists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔍 Difficulty locating specific notes
- 💰 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔒 Lack of sync between devices

**Reported bugs**

- Notes sometimes disappearing after updates
- Password/fingerprint login not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Add ability to add photos or files
- Implement alphabetical sorting of notes
- Improve cursor control for editing
- Provide cloud sync across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Inkpad Notepad free?

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

### Is Memo Pad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Inkpad Notepad or Memo Pad?

Inkpad Notepad and Memo Pad are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8.5K and 427 ratings respectively.

### Do Inkpad Notepad or Memo Pad have ads?

Both Inkpad Notepad and Memo Pad show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Inkpad Notepad or Memo Pad?

Inkpad Notepad ships an update every 9 days, and Memo Pad every 6 weeks. Most recently, Inkpad Notepad was updated on September 24, 2026 and Memo Pad on September 24, 2026.

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