What makes a note-taking app actually stick for users?

I’ve been thinking a lot about productivity apps — especially simple note + reminder tools.

There are thousands of them, yet most people still jump between apps constantly (me included before building my first one).

So I’m curious:

What makes a note-taking/reminder app actually become part of your daily life?

Is it:

• ✨ Super clean/simple UI?

• 🔔 Better reminder logic?

• 🌈 Personalization & colors/themes?

• 🤝 Feeling “lightweight” and not overwhelming?

• 🧠 AI smart suggestions?

• 📱 Widgets & quick capture?

Or something else entirely?

I’m currently improving the first version of my app on the Play Store, and I really want to understand real user habits — not just trends.

Would love to hear your habits and what has worked (or failed) for you 🙌