What it does
NoteSam is a handwriting app for iPad and Android tablets. Its official site describes encryption before sync, support for external storage providers, PDF and EPUB work, and an optional cloud service. The free plan offers unlimited notebooks and pages with small ads; Pro adds synchronization and premium tools, with an annual subscription listed at $19.99.
NoteSam gives tablet users control over whether notes sync and where they are stored. The site describes AES-256-GCM encryption before synchronization and lists choices including iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, WebDAV, S3, and NoteSam Cloud. The free tier is generous in notebook and page counts, while the paid tier removes ads and enables sync and premium tools; the exact monthly amount was not visible in the checked pricing text.
Strengths
- The free plan includes unlimited notebooks and pages.
- Notes are encrypted on-device before sync, and Pro supports multiple storage providers.
Watch out for
- The free tier includes small ads in some screens.
- Cloud sync and some premium tools require a subscription.
Best for
- Students and tablet writers who need handwritten notebooks with optional encrypted sync
- People who want storage-provider choice rather than a single required cloud