Noticky vs Quick Sticky Notes
Quick Sticky Notes is solid — fullscreen support, Markdown, and local .md files compatible with Obsidian. Noticky is more integrated with Apple's ecosystem (iCloud, Touch ID) and costs $6 vs $14.99.
| Feature | Noticky | Quick Sticky Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Float above fullscreen apps | ✦ | ✦ |
| Markdown support | ✦ | ✦ |
| iCloud Sync | ✦ | Local .md files, Obsidian-compatible |
| Global hotkey capture | ✦ | Pro only |
| Smart tags + filtering | ✦ | — |
| Export PDF, MD, TXT | PDF, MD, TXT | Native .md files |
| Touch ID lock | ✦ | — |
| Menu bar — no Dock icon | ✦ | ✦ |
| Price | $6 | $14.99 (Pro lifetime) |
| Native macOS design | ✦ | ✦ |
Who is Quick Sticky Notes for?
Quick Sticky Notes is great for users in the Obsidian/VS Code ecosystem. It stores notes as local .md files that you can open in any text editor. It supports fullscreen overlay, Markdown, and has a clean interface. If you want your sticky notes to live as plain files on disk alongside your Obsidian vault, Quick Sticky Notes does that well.
Who is Noticky for?
Noticky is for users who prefer Apple's ecosystem. Notes sync via iCloud across your Macs, sensitive notes lock with Touch ID, and the app launches instantly from the menu bar. If you value cross-device sync and biometric security over local file interoperability, Noticky is $6 — less than half of Quick Sticky Notes' price.
Key Differences
Storage: iCloud vs local .md files
Quick Sticky Notes stores notes as local .md files on disk — perfect for Obsidian, VS Code, or any Markdown workflow. Noticky syncs via iCloud with Apple's encryption. Different trade-offs: local file access vs seamless cross-device sync.
Price: $6 vs $14.99
Noticky is $6 one-time. Quick Sticky Notes is $14.99 one-time on the Mac App Store. Both are one-time purchases — no subscriptions. Noticky costs less than half the price.
Touch ID lock
Noticky supports Touch ID to lock individual notes. Quick Sticky Notes doesn't offer biometric note protection. If you store passwords, API keys, or private content in your sticky notes, Noticky has this covered.
Ecosystem integration
Quick Sticky Notes integrates with the file system — great for developers who want .md interop. Noticky integrates with Apple's ecosystem — iCloud Sync, Touch ID, native macOS APIs. Choose based on which ecosystem matters more to your workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Quick Sticky Notes work in fullscreen?
Yes. Quick Sticky Notes supports floating above fullscreen apps, similar to Noticky. Both handle fullscreen well — this isn't a differentiator between them.
Can I use Quick Sticky Notes with Obsidian?
Yes — that's one of its strengths. Quick Sticky Notes stores notes as local .md files, so they can live directly in your Obsidian vault. Noticky stores notes in iCloud, not as accessible .md files on disk.
Which is cheaper?
Noticky is $6. Quick Sticky Notes is $14.99. Both are one-time purchases with no subscription. Noticky is less than half the price.
Does Quick Sticky Notes have iCloud Sync?
Quick Sticky Notes uses local file storage rather than iCloud. You could manually sync the files via iCloud Drive or Dropbox, but it's not automatic like Noticky's native iCloud Sync.
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