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Microsoft Sticky Notes vs Stylus Labs Write
Both stand on note-taking apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb+1
Microsoft Sticky Notes covers quick note capture with broad Microsoft app and device access at no cost. Check the account, mailbox, and Windows limitations before relying on it for synchronized notes.
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Write provides handwriting-focused editing with broad platform coverage, SVG files, and collaboration tools. The free version is usable, while iOS users need the one-time purchase to remove page watermarks.
Visit Stylus Labs WriteThe facts
| Microsoft Sticky Notes | Stylus Labs Write | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Write full version (iOS): $8.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | microsoft.com | styluslabs.com |
| On note-taking apps | #91 of 216 | #95 of 216 |
Microsoft Sticky Notes: what it does well
- Free plan with no trial expiration
- Typed, ink, and picture notes
- Sync across listed devices and apps
- Search, formatting, and note sharing
- OneNote, Outlook, and Launcher integrations
What to know first
- Sync requires a Microsoft account
- Mailbox quota is used for sync and storage
- On-premises Exchange syncing is unsupported
- Deleted notes cannot be restored
Stylus Labs Write: what it does well
- Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
- Supports real-time collaboration and note sharing
- Uses editable, non-proprietary SVG files
- Offers unlimited undo and redo
- Public repository uses AGPL-3.0
What to know first
- Free iOS pages include a watermark
- Removing the watermark costs $8.99, paid once
- Android is no longer updated on Google Play
- PDF export is listed for iOS
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