Best Taking Notes Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 248+ taking notes apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Taking Notes Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1AI Note Taker - Talk To TextAI Note Taker - Talk To TextFree4.8★ (5)NoYesOct 2026
2Freenotes®: AI Notes TakingFreenotes®: AI Notes TakingFree4.7★ (66K)NoYesNov 2026
3Notability: AI Notes & PDFNotability: AI Notes & PDFFree4.8★ (459K)NoYesNov 2026
4Goodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDFGoodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDFFree4.7★ (470K)NoYesNov 2026
5Notepad: Easy Notes & MemosNotepad: Easy Notes & MemosFree4.8★ (29K)YesYesNov 2026
6Google Keep - Notes and listsGoogle Keep - Notes and listsFree4.6★ (29K)NoNoNov 2026
7SuperNote Notes Recorder+PhotoSuperNote Notes Recorder+Photo$19.994.9★ (4.5K)NoNoNov 2026
8n+otesn+otesFree4.7★ (45K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Taking Notes

AI Note Taker - Talk To Text#1

AI Note Taker - Talk To Text by Chan Tai

Transcribe Audio Speech Voice
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.8(5 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform spoken words into structured notes instantly with AI-powered transcription. Features real-time and file transcription, smart formatting, speaker identification, and meeting summaries. Organize, edit, and share your notes easily.

Freenotes®: AI Notes Taking#2
4.7😊(66K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform your device into an AI-powered digital notepad for natural handwriting and intelligent organization. Quickly summarize documents, ask questions about PDFs, and get homework help. Ideal for students and professionals seeking a smarter, paperless workflow.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Completely free app with no ads or in-app purchases
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 📚 Comprehensive note-taking features (layers, templates, stickers, etc.)
  • 🎨 Highly customizable (colors, fonts, covers, etc.)
  • 🗂️ Excellent organization tools (folders, notebooks, etc.)
  • 💻 Seamless integration with iPad and Apple Pencil
  • 🔥 Regularly updated with new features and improvements

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with syncing and iCloud backup
  • 🖌️ Limited customization options for pen/pencil settings
  • 🔍 Lack of handwriting recognition and search
  • 🔗 No support for external links or clickable content
  • 🔀 Difficulty in rearranging or splitting notebooks
Notability: AI Notes & PDF#3

Notability: AI Notes & PDF by Ginger Labs

Handwriting, PDF & audio
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.8😊(459K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Capture, organize, and enhance your ideas with handwritten notes, document annotation, and audio recording. This app streamlines learning and work by making your notes searchable, shareable, and interactive.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for note-taking
  • 👍 Smooth handwriting experience
  • 📝 Excellent organization and file management
  • 🎙️ Useful audio recording feature
  • 🔍 Handwriting recognition and search
  • 🌈 Customizable colors and themes

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync issues with iCloud
  • 🔍 Limited search and organization options
  • 🖍️ Frustrating highlighter behavior
  • 🔒 Concerns about subscription model
  • 🔧 Buggy after recent updates

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FAQ about Taking Notes

What are the best taking notes apps for iPhone?
AI Note Taker - Talk To Text tops our taking notes apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 5 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top taking notes apps we rank are free to download, including AI Note Taker - Talk To Text and Freenotes®: AI Notes Taking.
AI Note Taker - Talk To Text has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ taking notes apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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