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Apps Like Simplenote for iPhone and iPad

Note, list, and organize ideas

Take notes, create to-do lists, and capture ideas. Organize content with tags and pins. Search for notes instantly. Sync notes across devices automatically. Share and collaborate on notes. Log in using email or WordPre.

by Automattic, Inc.★ 4.74,314 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-08

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  1. Beeper app icon

    Beeper

    Automattic, Inc.

    Chat across 9 platforms in one

    Receive and send messages across multiple platforms including WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, Signal, Telegram, Twitter (X), LinkedIn, Slack, and Discord DMs. Manage conversations in one interface. Sync messages between devices.

    ★ 4.6433 ratingsSocial NetworkingFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  2. Receipt Box - Spending Tracker app icon

    Receipt Box - Spending Tracker

    潇 刘

    Track expenses and back up data

    Track expenses with categories and tags. Add notes and set dates. View financial summaries daily, monthly, yearly, or custom. Customize start day for monthly views. Backup data to iCloud and export records. Use biometrics or password for security.

    ★ 4.8837 ratingsFinanceFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  3. Notewise - AI Notes, PDF, Docs app icon

    Notewise - AI Notes, PDF, Docs

    ZIIKR Pte. Ltd.

    Organize notes, sketch, and annotate

    Create and organize notes with a freeform canvas for sketching, annotating PDFs, and journaling. Use AI to generate text from handwriting, search notes by content, and structure ideas with tags and folders.

    ★ 4.6183 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  1. Smart Noter - AI Note Taker app icon

    Smart Noter - AI Note Taker

    DEEP FLOW SOFTWARE SERVICES - FZCO

    Record, organize, and share notes

    Record audio and convert to text with automatic transcription. Summarize content to extract key points. Organize notes into structured formats with tags and folders. Search for specific information within notes.

    ★ 4.61,674 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  2. Book Tracker: Highlighted app icon

    Book Tracker: Highlighted

    Damir Stuhec

    Capture, organize, and export book highlights

    Capture and organize book highlights with recognition and page number detection. Add custom tags and notes. Export highlights, share them, and scan ISBNs. Use bulk drag-and-drop for iPad. Supports photo highlighting and dark mode.

    ★ 4.9724 ratingsBookFreeData updated 2026-09-19
  3. Papers by ReadCube app icon

    Papers by ReadCube

    Digital Science & Research Solutions Inc.

    Read, organize, and annotate PDFs

    Read and annotate PDFs with notes and highlights. Access and organize research across devices. Tap inline citations to find related articles and references. Sync with desktop software for seamless management.

    ★ 3.7554 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-09
  4. Penzu app icon

    Penzu

    Penzu Inc.

    Sync journals across devices and platforms

    Write and save unlimited journal entries. Sync notes across devices using cloud. Access journals from any device. Organize entries with tags and search. Export entries in multiple formats. Set reminders for journaling sessions.

    ★ 4.22,530 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  5. Anytype - The Everything App app icon

    Anytype - The Everything App

    Any Association

    Organize, edit, and share documents

    Organize tasks, notes, and files in one place. Create and share documents, chats, and tasks. Collaborate in real-time with teams or families. Encrypt data locally and sync across devices. Access content offline and manage files securely.

    ★ 4.6207 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  6. Mind Map Maker - Mindomo app icon

    Mind Map Maker - Mindomo

    Expert Software Applications Srl

    Create, share, and sync maps

    Create and organize ideas using maps. Add notes, links, and images to nodes. Convert maps into presentations. Share and collaborate in real time. Sync maps across devices and access from any browser.

    ★ 4.7472 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  7. Listy · Watchlist & Tracker app icon

    Listy · Watchlist & Tracker

    Fundure Ventures S.L

    Track and organize your favorites in one

    Track and organize media and items across categories like movies, books, and games. Create custom watchlists and bookmarks. Filter and sort content for easy navigation. Save lists privately on your device. Sync with iCloud for cross-device access.

    ★ 4.6476 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-22
  8. Word Processor - Textilus Pro app icon

    Word Processor - Textilus Pro

    Kairoos Solutions S.L.

    Write, organize, and focus on your work

    Create, edit, import, and export text in RTF, Markdown, and other formats. Organize research and generate ideas with structured notes. Sync documents across devices using iCloud and Dropbox. Remove distractions to focus on writing.

    ★ 4.4903 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-10
  9. Plain Note: Notes Widget app icon

    Plain Note: Notes Widget

    Monelyze Inc.

    Organize with tags and widgets

    Organize with tags and customize tag icons and colors. Count characters and lines. Archive and use widgets on lock and home screens. Customize themes, icons, and fonts for a fee.

    ★ 4.61,079 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-19
  10. Color Notepad app icon

    Color Notepad

    Dmytro Vynokurov

    Note, , and organize ideas

    Take notes with a minimalist interface that minimizes distractions. Choose from 20+ colorful themes or enable random theme selection. Switch between light and dark mode. Organize notes into folders and add tags for easy categorization.

    ★ 4.5605 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  11. DEVONthink To Go 3 app icon

    DEVONthink To Go 3

    DEVONtechnologies, LLC

    Organize, edit, and annotate documents

    Manage documents across devices with synchronization between Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Browse PDFs, notes, images, and files organized into databases. Edit, annotate, and automate tasks using Shortcuts. Securely store and access files privately.

    ★ 4.81,504 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  12. MyNotes - Notes with Lock app icon

    MyNotes - Notes with Lock

    Heyou Co., Ltd.

    Secure , sync across devices

    Store and organize text, photos, videos, recordings, and files. Create todo lists and apply tags for easy sorting. Secure a passcode or fake passcode. Sync across devices and back up to the cloud. Recover lost backup features.

    ★ 4.840 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  13. SnipNotes Notebook & Clipboard app icon

    SnipNotes Notebook & Clipboard

    Felix Lisczyk

    Capture notes with voice, widgets, and clipboard

    Create notes using voice commands, Apple Watch, or in- dictation. Attach images, PDFs, videos, and files. Draw sketches directly. Access notes via home screen widgets or clipboard capture.

    ★ 4.7238 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-09
  14. Focus Matrix – Task Manager app icon

    Focus Matrix – Task Manager

    Denys Ievenko

    Organize tasks by priority and urgency

    Organize tasks using a priority based on urgency and importance. Categorize tasks into four quadrants. Set daily goals and track progress. Sync across devices and receive reminders.

    ★ 4.61,595 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  15. Amplenote app icon

    Amplenote

    Alloy.dev, Inc.

    Secure notes with vault encryption

    Secure note-taking with end-to-end encryption and vault encryption options. Sync notes across devices without data loss. Export notes as files and download content anytime. Manage access with password-protected vaults.

    ★ 4.6487 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-16
  16. Infinity Lists app icon

    Infinity Lists

    Elijah Rappaport

    Create, organize, and manage effortlessly

    Create customizable with categories, sub-items, and notes. Add photos to list items. Set reminders and deadlines. Share with others. Sync across devices. Organize tasks with flexible structure and detailed tracking.

    ★ 4.6806 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-08

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