250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best notesy apps on iPhone average 4.1★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated November 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (29) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | — | — | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (459K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (468K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3.8K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.5★ (2) | No | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | — | No | Jul 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.6★ (29K) | No | No | Nov 2026 |
Capture thoughts instantly with this fast, private note-taking app. It opens immediately without sign-up or internet, keeping your notes securely on your device. Enjoy colorful, easily searchable notes with smart timestamps.
Quickly capture thoughts, create formatted notes, and manage tasks with this intuitive app. It offers built-in tools for math, timers, and content collection, with advanced AI features for polishing and organizing your writing. Notes sync seamlessly across devices.
Capture, organize, and enhance your thoughts with digital ink, typed text, and audio recordings. This app helps you mark up documents, create presentations, and study smarter with AI-powered tools. Access your notes across all your devices for seamless productivity.
