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How HeartTap compares
We make one of these apps, so treat this as an interested party writing carefully rather than as a neutral review. Each page below says plainly what the other app is good at and when it is the better pick, because a comparison that never reaches that conclusion is not worth reading.
HeartTap vs noteit
noteit made the drawing widget famous. HeartTap keeps the drawing and adds the rest of the relationship.
HeartTap vs Locket Widget
Locket is a photo widget for your friends. HeartTap is the same idea narrowed to one person and deepened.
HeartTap vs Widgetable
Widgetable is a widget toolbox with pets and counters. HeartTap is built around one relationship.
HeartTap vs Paint Love
Paint Love does couple drawing on the lock screen. HeartTap does that plus everything either side of it.
The best couple widget apps
The whole category in one place, including the apps we do not compete with directly and the ones that are better than us at a specific thing.
Competing apps change quickly. This describes each app’s core positioning as of August 2026, and the feature the comparison turns on rather than an exhaustive audit. Check the current store listing before deciding.
Put them on your home screen tonight
Free to download on iPhone and Android. Link with your partner in under a minute, then send your first photo, drawing or check-in.