# Need to Buy - Grocery List — Simple Grocery Shopping List

> Simple grocery list app for efficient shopping and preventing forgotten items. (iPhone/iPad app by Tinh Tran Minh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/need-to-buy-grocery-list/id1258493815 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tinh Tran Minh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258493814)
- Category: Shopping, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/need-to-buy-grocery-list/id1258493815/reviews.md

## What is Need to Buy?

Need to Buy - Grocery List - Will not forget when shopping with Grocery list.
We often remember what to buy and go to the market or grocery store. Then we forget to buy something when return home.
Or we note into the paper and then forget to bring it when go shopping.

This is a simple app to make list item that we need to buy.
- Very little screen, easy to make a grocery list.
- Take your phone and go to the market, grocery store or online grocery store to check while shopping.

We will not forget to buy something, or buy too much than we need. Need to Buy - Grocery List will make our grocery shopping quick and efficient.

◆ Having a grocery list when shopping saves you time and money ◆

Keywords: simple grocery list, simple shopping list

## Key features

- Create simple grocery lists
- Manage shopping items
- Prevent forgetting items
- Avoid overbuying
- Quick and efficient shopping

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/need-to-buy-grocery-list/id1258493815/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect!!

*2025-10-10, version 1.4.0*

I have searched and searched for a app like this. Very easy to use and so simple. Couldn’t ask for anything better and easier than this app. Recommend!!!

### 2/5 — Needs better protection from accidentally deleting items.

*2025-08-23, version 1.4.0*

The list maker is easy to use but also way too easy to delete items. If I accidentally touch an item, it disappears and I end up making more trips to the store because I didn’t get what I needed. Please add at least one more step to the deletion process.

### 4/5 — Deleting

*2023-07-29, version 1.3.2*

I love this App but if you touch any of the items in your list by mistake, this App deletes them to easily and quick, so sometimes I don't buy what I had on the list because they were deleted. This App should have a lock on it so you can lock and unlock your list when you want to so your items on your list don't get deleted.

### 5/5 — Perfect list maker

*2023-04-15, version 1.2.9*

First gave 4 stars for not having the option to update after “buy” step, but just learned from another review that there is that option!!! Just hold & drag to coordinate your list. 🤩
You really need to make this obvious in your app presentation because that was my only criticism for your app. So now 5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️’s

### 5/5 — Grocery list

*2022-11-04, version 1.2.8*

So far I love this.  Last night I found out that if you hold and drag the item you can keep like items together on your list so your not having to return back to another isle.  For example:  keep frozen items together; keep breads together; keep dairy together; keep produce together.
Makes shopping faster.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2022-05-04, version 1.2.6*

I’ve always been an avid list maker, but due to some recent health issues, I now need to keep lists because my memory isn’t up to par. This app solves my problem of having random lists in every room of the house and then forgetting about all the lists. I’ve always got my phone near me, so it’s much easier to just open it up and jot down what I need. I love that you can check stuff off and it doesn’t disappear - that way, I know I bought it because I have a record of checked it off. Another great part of that is if it’s a recurring purchase, like milk, bread, etc, and you forget to add it to your list, it’s already there and even though it’s grayed out, it helps jog my memory. 

Very minimal ads (just a slim banner on the bottom). Customization would be a bonus, but not really needed. I’d rather it stay basic with minimal ads and nonsense.

### 5/5 — Just what I wanted

*2022-02-23, version 1.2.5*

A simple app to make a grocery list with. No complicated steps of picking from lists and vendors. Just list what I want to remember to get and delete after I get it. Thanks!

### 3/5 — Simple to use, but has one fatal flaw

*2021-06-02, version 1.2.3*

Great tool at the market. My IPhone sits on the flat shelf in front of cart handle. The fatal flaw is, the phone does not timeout and lock at all, even if it’s not used, when the app is open. I am afraid someone may grab the phone if I turn my back to the cart while browsing the shelves. Since the phone stays unlocked, they have access to the phone now, as well as my bank account, credit card info, passwords, contacts etc..... I would hope the app can be updated to allow the phone to lock itself after a few minutes.

### 1/5 — No longer good

*2021-02-01, version 1.2.2*

No good the delete button is in wrong 
Place and scrolling deletes too many
Item Please fix the BUG

### 3/5 — Grocery List

*2020-11-18, version 1.2.2*

I like the app but you can’t share it with family. I wish you could fix that cause it’s simple to use plus I like the keyboard on it.

Thanks

## Frequently asked questions about Need to Buy

### How does Need to Buy help me save money?

By providing a clear list of items you need, Need to Buy helps you avoid impulse purchases and buying things you already have, thus saving you money on your grocery trips.

### Is Need to Buy available on Android devices?

Currently, Need to Buy is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Information regarding Android compatibility is not provided in the current data.

### How often is Need to Buy updated?

The app was last updated on February 24, 2026, indicating a recent update. The version is 1.4.3.

### What is the user rating for Need to Buy?

Need to Buy has a strong rating of 4.3 stars based on 36 ratings, suggesting positive user sentiment.

### Can I use Need to Buy offline?

The description implies offline use as it focuses on taking your phone to the market to check the list while shopping, without mentioning internet requirements.

### What age group is Need to Buy suitable for?

Need to Buy is suitable for users aged 4 and older, as indicated by its age rating of 4+.

### Does Need to Buy have ads?

Yes, the application does display advertisements.

### What makes Need to Buy different from other grocery list apps?

Need to Buy emphasizes its simplicity and minimal screen usage, making it very easy to create and manage lists quickly, distinguishing it from more complex alternatives.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.3 — 2026-02-24

- Bug fixes. 
- Performance improvements.

### 1.4.2 — 2026-02-19

- Bug fixes. 
- Performance improvements.

### 1.4.1 — 2025-12-15

- Bug fixes. 
- Performance improvements.

### 1.4.0 — 2025-07-23

- Bug fixes. 
- Performance improvements.

### 1.3.9 — 2025-06-24

- Bug fixes. 
- Performance improvements.

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All apps by Tinh Tran Minh: https://appshunter.io/developer/1258493814

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