Best Simple Note Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Looking for free simple note apps? 19 of our 249+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Simple Note Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SimplenoteSimplenoteFree4.7★ (4.3K)NoNoNov 2026
2Notepad - Simple Notes & MemoNotepad - Simple Notes & MemoFree4.8★ (6.7K)YesYesNov 2026
3SimpleNote: Tasks & NotesSimpleNote: Tasks & NotesFree—NoNoJun 2026
4Simple Notes.Simple Notes.Free4.7★ (65)NoYesNov 2026
5Simple Note - Fast NotepadSimple Note - Fast Notepad$0.99—NoNoOct 2026
6Simple Notes - Notepad ManagerSimple Notes - Notepad ManagerFree4.7★ (791)YesYesNov 2026
7Simple Notepad・Simple and CoolSimple Notepad・Simple and CoolFree4.8★ (155)YesNoNov 2026
8Simple Notes - Note Taking AppSimple Notes - Note Taking AppFree4.7★ (233)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Simple Note

Simplenote#1

Simplenote by Automattic

Simple notes, todos and memos
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(4.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Capture ideas, create to-do lists, and jot down thoughts effortlessly. Organize your notes with tags and pins, and find them instantly with search. Your content syncs across all devices for free, ensuring it's always accessible.

What We Love

  • 💻 Cross-platform availability
  • 🔍 Reliable search functionality
  • 🌐 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 📝 Simple, distraction-free interface
  • 🔒 Secure with password/fingerprint protection
  • ⏱️ Fast and responsive
  • 🆓 Free to use

Room to Improve

  • 🔖 Limited formatting options (no bold, italic, etc.)
  • 🗂️ Lack of folder organization
  • 🔄 Occasional syncing issues
  • 🖼️ Unable to add images or attachments
  • 🔍 Search could be improved for long notes
Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo#2

Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo by Komorebi Inc.

Open Fast to Jot Notes & Lists
Strong Contender
💼 Business
4.8😊(6.7K 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
  • 🔍 Lack of search or organization features

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FAQ about Simple Note

What are the best simple note apps for iPhone?
Simplenote tops our simple note apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 4.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top simple note apps we rank are free to download, including Simplenote and Notepad - Simple Notes & Memo.
Simplenote has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ simple note apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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