Best Lock Screen Note Apps

214+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good lock screen note apps. We benchmark 214+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Lock Screen Note Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Notepad - Simple Notes & MemoNotepad - Simple Notes & MemoFree4.8★ (6.4K)YesYesAug 2026
2Sticky Notes: Free Note TakingSticky Notes: Free Note TakingFree4.4★ (5.9K)NoYesAug 2026
3Sticky Notes WidgetSticky Notes WidgetFree4.7★ (6.5K)NoYesAug 2026
4LockWidget - LockScreen ThemesLockWidget - LockScreen ThemesFree4.5★ (28K)YesYesAug 2026
5Any Text · WidgetsAny Text · Widgets$4.004.6★ (450)NoNoAug 2026
6Lock Screen Note - WidgetLock Screen Note - WidgetFree was $3.994.7★ (13)NoYesJul 2026
7locksmith widget - by senditlocksmith widget - by senditFree4.8★ (58K)NoYesAug 2026
8Make It BigMake It BigFree4.8★ (5.1K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Lock Screen Note

Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo#1

Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo by Komorebi Inc.

Open Fast to Jot Notes & Lists
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.8😊(6.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a straightforward way to jot down thoughts, create lists, and save temporary information. It offers features like search, dark mode, and customizable widgets for quick access to your notes. Data is stored locally for enhanced privacy.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 💰 Free with no subscription
  • 📝 Straightforward note-taking

Room to Improve

  • 🙄 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🔒 No cloud backup or sync
  • 🎨 Limited customization options
Sticky Notes: Free Note Taking#2

Sticky Notes: Free Note Taking by Epiphany Labs

To Do List & Notepad Reminders
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.4😊(5.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Capture ideas, create to-do lists, and set reminders with this versatile note-taking app. Supports handwritten notes, audio recordings, photos, and text. Organize notes with folders and share them easily.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful reminders
  • 👍 Useful for organization

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Requires subscription
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns
Sticky Notes Widget#3

Sticky Notes Widget by TAPUNIVERSE LLC

Note Widget & Remind App
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7😞(6.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Add unlimited sticky notes and reminders to your iOS Home Screen and Lock Screen. Never forget important tasks with notes that appear automatically when you pick up your phone. Customize your notes with text, checklists, photos, and various styles.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 📝 Customizable notes
  • 🔒 Secure notes
  • 💡 Helpful for remembering tasks

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Paywall to access full features
  • 🐛 Inconsistent note saving

More Lock Screen Note apps to explore

4
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
Lock Screen Wallpapers Widgets
Free

Personalize your device's lock screen with a wide variety of customizable widgets and HD wallpapers. Add dynamic elements like weather, photos, health trackers, and even interactive pixel pets. Create unique themes and launch apps directly from your lock screen.

Customizable lock screen widgetsWeather and health tracking widgetsInteractive pixel pet widgets
🎨 Graphics & Design
(28K)
subscription
5
Any Text · Widgets
Any Text · Widgets
Any Text · Widgets
Put text on Lock/Home Screen
$4.00

Display any text on your Lock or Home Screen to keep important notes, goals, or tasks visible. Customize text with Markdown and utilize 20 different widgets. Integrates with Shortcuts for powerful automations and syncs across devices via iCloud.

Customizable text widgetsLock Screen and Home Screen supportMarkdown styling (bold, italic, strikethrough)
🔧 Utilities
(450)
free
6
Lock Screen Note - Widget
Lock Screen Note - Widget
Lock Screen Note - Widget
Mini Notes Without Unlocking
Free
$3.99 | 100% OFF

Display essential notes, reminders, and memos directly on your lock screen without unlocking your device. This app transforms your phone into a personal dashboard for quick access to important information.

Always visible notes on lock screenDaily reminders and quick memosCustomizable fonts and text size
📊 Productivity
(13)
free with in-app purchases
7
locksmith widget - by sendit
locksmith widget - by sendit
locksmith widget - by sendit
little lock screen notes
Free

Easily place small notes and messages directly on your friends' lock screens. Connect with your closest friends and share quick thoughts or reminders visually.

Add lock screen widgetLink with friendsWrite lock screen messages
🌐 Social Networking
(58K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Make It Big
Make It Big
Make It Big
Show large text on your screen
Free

Display large, customizable text messages that fill your entire screen. Easily edit text, switch between portrait and landscape modes, and even flash your message with a shake. Store recent messages for quick access.

Full-screen text displayCustomizable fonts and colorsPortrait and landscape support
🔧 Utilities
(5.1K)
free
9
Sticky Widgets
Sticky Widgets
Sticky Widgets
Simple Home Screen notes
Free

Easily add customizable sticky notes to your home screen and lock screen. Sync notes across devices with iCloud and integrate with Siri and Shortcuts for quick access and updates. Personalize your notes with various fonts, colors, and styles.

Home screen sticky notesLock screen pinning (premium)iCloud sync
🔧 Utilities
(29K)
freemium
10
라이브노트
라이브노트
라이브노트
잠금화면 메모, 할일, 리마인더 앱
Free

This app displays your important notes and to-dos directly on your Lock Screen, eliminating the need to open an application. It leverages Live Activities to make your tasks instantly visible upon waking your device. Manage checkable task lists, save links, and keep your essential information front and center.

Lock Screen NotesDynamic Island SupportTo-Do Mode with Checkable Lists
📊 Productivity
(36)
freemium
11
Sticky Notes widget - simple
Sticky Notes widget - simple
Sticky Notes widget - simple
LockScreen interactive Memo
Free

Add interactive sticky notes to your iOS lock screen and home screen. These notes appear instantly when you pick up your phone, ensuring you never forget important information. Customize notes with text, checklists, or photos, and personalize their appearance with various fonts, colors, and backgrounds.

Interactive lock screen widgetsHome screen widgetsCustomizable notes (text, checklist, photo)
📊 Productivity
(268)
subscription
12
3minders - Lock Screen Notes
3minders - Lock Screen Notes
3minders - Lock Screen Notes
Reminders for Your Lockscreen
Free

This app places your three most important reminders directly on your lock screen, ensuring you never miss crucial tasks. Personalize your experience with stunning wallpapers and elegant fonts to stay focused on what matters most.

Three prominent lock screen remindersCustomizable wallpapers from UnsplashHand-selected font options
🎨 Graphics & Design
(9)
free with in-app purchases
13
Cheatsheet: Sticky Note Widget
Cheatsheet: Sticky Note Widget
Cheatsheet: Sticky Note Widget
Quick Recall Memos + Watch App
Free

Quickly store and access important information like hotel room numbers or license plates via widgets, a custom keyboard, or your Apple Watch. This app simplifies recalling details without needing to unlock your phone.

Quick recall memosWidget accessCustom keyboard integration
📊 Productivity
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Lock Screen Notes: NoteWall
Lock Screen Notes: NoteWall
Lock Screen Notes: NoteWall
goals & reminders widgets
Free

This app transforms your iPhone lock screen into a dynamic reminder board. It displays notes, goals, and reminders every time you unlock your phone, ensuring you see your priorities without extra steps.

Lock screen remindersGoal and habit trackingQuick note display
📊 Productivity
(90)
free with in-app purchases
15
Widget Notes Home Lock Screen
Widget Notes Home Lock Screen
Widget Notes Home Lock Screen
Live Activity Home Lock Widget
Free

Create and customize widgets for your home screen to display notes and photos. Personalize backgrounds, fonts, and set reminders with repeated notifications. Enjoy unlimited widgets and dark mode support.

Unlimited home screen widgetsPhoto and background color optionsCustomizable fonts
🎨 Graphics & Design
(107)
ad-supported
16
iScreen - Widgets & Wallpaper
iScreen - Widgets & Wallpaper
iScreen - Widgets & Wallpaper
Widgets & Themes & Launcher
Free

Personalize your phone's home screen with a vast array of widgets, themes, and wallpapers. Customize your lock screen, control center, and even add interactive elements for a unique and fun user experience.

Customizable widgets for home and lock screensiOS 26 inspired featuresDynamic Island customization
🎨 Graphics & Design
(146K)
free with in-app purchases
17
LockNotes: Note on Lock Screen
LockNotes: Note on Lock Screen
LockNotes: Note on Lock Screen
Lock Screen Notes Widgets
Free

Pin notes, to-dos, reminders, and quotes directly to your iPhone Lock Screen. Access important information at a glance without unlocking your device. Customize your notes with different fonts and styles.

Notes on Lock ScreenQuick Note TakingCustomizable Fonts & Styles
🔧 Utilities
(29)
ad-supported
18
Don't Forget: Lock Screen Memo
Don't Forget: Lock Screen Memo
Don't Forget: Lock Screen Memo
by BongGyun KIM
Free

Quickly view your notes and reminders directly on your device's lock screen. Never miss an important task or thought with instant access to your memos without unlocking your phone.

View memos on lock screenInstant access to notesNo unlocking required
📊 Productivity
(16)
free
19
Sticky Notes & Color Widget
Sticky Notes & Color Widget
Sticky Notes & Color Widget
Simple Note Checklist Reminder
Free

Capture quick memos, ideas, and to-dos with customizable sticky notes. Organize them by color or pictures, and create them by typing or voice. Add notes as widgets to your homescreen for easy access and sync them with iCloud.

Creating memosCreating checklistsCreating reminders
🔧 Utilities
(6.6K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Themify - Widget & Icon Themes
Themify - Widget & Icon Themes
Themify - Widget & Icon Themes
Aesthetic Custom Home Screen
Free

Customize your phone's home and lock screens with a vast collection of icons, themes, wallpapers, and interactive widgets. Personalize your device with unique designs, track activities, and even add digital pets.

3-in-1 ThemesVast Widget CollectionTheme Maker
🎨 Graphics & Design
(339K)
subscription

FAQ about Lock Screen Note

What are the best lock screen note apps for iPhone?
Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo tops our lock screen note apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top lock screen note apps we rank are free to download, including Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo and Sticky Notes: Free Note Taking.
Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 214+ lock screen note apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is a simple and easy-to-use digital notepad designed for quickly entering thoughts, creating shopping or to-do lists, temporarily saving copy/paste items, and drafting various types of content like reports or stories. It prioritizes a straightforward user experience for everyday note-taking needs.
You can reorder your notes by pressing and holding them to drag them into your preferred sequence. Additionally, you can change the color of individual notes by swiping right on them, choosing from six different color options to brighten up your notes.

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