Create handwritten notes, import and annotate PDFs, and organize your thoughts with folders. This free, open-source app prioritizes privacy by keeping all your data local and on your device.





250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Every iPhone needs a few good beanorynotes apps. We benchmark 250+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free | 4.3★ (16) | No | No | Sep 2026 | ||
| 2 | Free | 4.6★ (14) | No | No | Jul 2026 | ||
| 3 | Free | 3.9★ (15) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | ||
| 4 | Free | — | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | ||
| 5 | Free | 5.0★ (2) | No | No | Sep 2026 | ||
| 6 | Free | 3.0★ (3) | No | No | Sep 2026 | ||
| 7 | Free | 4.7★ (122) | No | No | Aug 2026 | ||
| 8 | Free | 4.0★ (21) | No | No | Sep 2026 |





Create handwritten notes, import and annotate PDFs, and organize your thoughts with folders. This free, open-source app prioritizes privacy by keeping all your data local and on your device.




Organize your thoughts and prepare for presentations with digital note cards. Create, edit, and arrange cards within decks, then swipe through them in full-screen. Your notes sync automatically across all your devices.






Transform any content into structured notes, flashcards, quizzes, transcripts, and interactive chat summaries. Supports various input formats including files, links, voice recordings, and scanned documents. Offers a distraction-free study experience with locally saved history.