MyScript Smart Note is free at the moment, at least on the French store. It used to be 6.99 euros so I suppose it's a temporary promotion. I only had time for a quick look but it does seem rather smart. It has the same handwriting recognition that is used by Notes Plus, and that works pretty good for me in French. Gesture-based editing seems to be well thought out. I'll report in more detail after I give it a more thorough try, but since I don't know how long the promo will last, you might give it a try for yourselves now.