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Best Scratchpad Apps

188+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good scratchpad apps. We benchmark 188+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Scratchpad

Whiteboard: just draw together#1

Whiteboard: just draw together by Whiteboard LLC(TX)

simple, easy, focused and fun
Editor's Choice
šŸ’¼ Business
4.5šŸ˜Š(80K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A simple and engaging drawing app with basic colors, Whiteboard is designed for easy and focused drawing. Users can draw together with friends and family, save and share their creations, and enjoy various features like undo, redo, and a special "Rainbow" marker. Express your creativity with Whiteboard today!

What We Love

  • šŸ‘ Simple and easy to use
  • šŸŽØ Good color selection
  • šŸ’” Ability to import images
  • šŸš€ Quick and responsive

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Occasional glitches and data loss
  • šŸ’” Limited features (no fill tool, text, etc.)
  • šŸŽØ Desire for more color options and customization
Scratchpad#2

Scratchpad by Sindre Sorhus

Quickly draft notes and ideas
Strong Contender
šŸ“Š Productivity
4.8(25 ratings)
$10.00
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Quickly capture and access your thoughts with this simple note-taking app. Ideal for brainstorming, drafting ideas, and jotting down notes instantly. Get started organizing your ideas now!

Simple Whiteboard by Qrayon#3

Simple Whiteboard by Qrayon by Qrayon, LLC

A whiteboard that just works
Worth Considering
šŸ“Š Productivity
4.6šŸ˜Š(11K ratings)
Free
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Experience the ultimate simplicity with a fast and easy whiteboard app by Qrayon. Draw, write, and share effortlessly. Mirror your device for a bigger canvas. Try it now!

What We Love

  • šŸ‘ Simple and straightforward
  • šŸš€ Efficient for quick note-taking
  • šŸ’” Useful for explaining concepts
  • šŸ¤ Good for communication and collaboration

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Palm rejection issues causing unintended lines
  • šŸ“ Limited customization options (e.g., line thickness, background color)
  • šŸŽØ Lack of color variety

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4
JotBox: Scratchpad
JotBox: Scratchpad
JotBox: Scratchpad
Quick Notes for Real Life
Free
šŸ“Š Productivity
(1)
5
MyNotePad
MyNotePad
MyNotePad
Customizable notes!
Free

Create, customize, and organize your notes seamlessly on the go with intuitive gestures like pinch-to-zoom for font size adjustments, flick to turn pages, and swipe to hide the keyboard. Say goodbye to cluttered interfaces and hello to effortless note-taking!

šŸ“Š Productivity
(1.3K)
6
Notepad Markdown: Quick Draft
Notepad Markdown: Quick Draft
Notepad Markdown: Quick Draft
Notes Scratchpad
Free

Create drafts quickly with this simple scratchpad app. Jot down notes, draft emails, or texts on the go, and easily share or copy them to other applications. Try it now for effortless note-taking!

šŸ“Š Productivity
(86)
7
Notepad: Easy Notes & Memos
Notepad: Easy Notes & Memos
Notepad: Easy Notes & Memos
Simple Notebook & Writing Pad
Free

Easily create and store quick notes and memos with this simple notebook app. Stay organized on the go with Old Notepad.

šŸ“Š Productivity
(27K)
8
Microsoft Whiteboard
Microsoft Whiteboard
Microsoft Whiteboard
Your digital smartboard
Free

Create, collaborate, and brainstorm seamlessly on a digital smartboard with the updated Microsoft Whiteboard app. Express your ideas visually and enhance productivity through real-time collaboration features. Try it now for an enhanced digital whiteboard experience.

šŸ“Š Productivity
(12K)
9
Notepad - handy quickly memo
Notepad - handy quickly memo
Notepad - handy quickly memo
popular simple note-pad list
Free

A popular, simple memopad app for quick note-taking and sharing. With fast startup, AirDrop, messaging, copying, and sharing features, it's perfect for jotting down notes and ideas. Create, share, and organize memos effortlessly.

šŸ’¼ Business
(40K)
10
Scratch Pad Notes Chalkboard
Scratch Pad Notes Chalkboard
Scratch Pad Notes Chalkboard
Sketchbook Simply Draw
Free
šŸ“š Education
(1)
11
Scratch Paper: Infinite Canvas
Scratch Paper: Infinite Canvas
Scratch Paper: Infinite Canvas
Easier than paper
Free

Experience the convenience of an infinite canvas with Scratch Paper - the app that's easier than real paper. Start drawing instantly with no limits or complicated options. Embrace boundless creativity today.

šŸŽØ Graphics & Design
(61)
12
Edit: a quick draft scratchpad
Edit: a quick draft scratchpad
Edit: a quick draft scratchpad
Fast. Simple. One page.
$1.99
šŸ”§ Utilities
(51)
13
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft OneNote
Capture Notes, Ideas and Memos
Free

Capture notes, ideas, and memos effortlessly with this digital notepad app. Organize, search, and secure your notes, sync across devices, and collaborate easily. Simplify your life and download the app today.

šŸ“Š Productivity
(1M)
14
Klipped
Klipped
Klipped
Minimalist text scratchpad
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

This minimalist text editor allows you to jot down ideas, take notes, and use it as a scratchpad, with advanced features like shake for undo/redo and coding mode. Write freely, and delete when you're done, with a simple and functional interface that lets you focus on your text.

šŸ’¼ Business
(78)
15
SketchbookĀ®
SketchbookĀ®
SketchbookĀ®
Draw, paint, & sketch anywhere
Free

With our app, unleash your creativity by drawing and painting digitally. Express your imagination through a variety of tools and features. Start creating your masterpiece today!

šŸŽØ Graphics & Design
(220K)
16
Notability: AI Notes & PDF app
Notability: AI Notes & PDF app
Notability: AI Notes & PDF app
Write, type, annotate, draw
Free

Take your note-taking beyond paper with this versatile app that offers a powerful yet simple experience. Download for free to discover why it's an Apple Editor's Choice!

šŸ“Š Productivity
(26K)
17
Blankbook - Paper Note
Blankbook - Paper Note
Blankbook - Paper Note
Note-taking on infinite canvas
Free

An advanced note-taking app on infinite canvas, offering a clutter-free handwriting experience with various paper types, tools like pen, pencil, and ruler, and intuitive gestures. Enjoy creating with ease and organize your notes effortlessly.

šŸ“Š Productivity
(129)
18
Drawing App: Doodle Draw Pad
Drawing App: Doodle Draw Pad
Drawing App: Doodle Draw Pad
Sketch, Paint, Art, Color
Free

Create, play, and share with a drawing application that lets you unleash your creativity with various tools like drawing, writing, and game creation. Get ready to make, play, and share your ideas with Doodle. Experience the joy of drawing and expressing yourself in a fun and interactive way.

šŸŽØ Graphics & Design
(45K)
19
Elementary Math ScratchPad
Elementary Math ScratchPad
Elementary Math ScratchPad
Math Practice with Scratchpad
Free
šŸ“š Education
(1)
20
iScratchPad
iScratchPad
iScratchPad
by HAMIDREZA BAGHI
Free
šŸ“Š Productivity
(21)

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