# Outliner for iPad

> iPad-only outlining application, legacy version. (iPhone/iPad app by CarbonFin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CarbonFin](https://appshunter.io/developer/284455729)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 130 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928/reviews.md

## What is Outliner for iPad?

** This is the iPad only version of Outliner. Outliner is now a Universal app, so new users should purchase that version instead. Please contact us for any questions. Thanks! **

## Key features

- Outlining tool
- iPad exclusive

## What do users think of Outliner for iPad?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple, intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast and responsive performance
- 🔄 Seamless syncing across devices
- 💾 Free cloud backup and sync service
- 📱 Works on iPhone, iPad, and web
- 📋 Excellent for organizing hierarchical lists
- ✅ Checkboxes and task completion tracking
- 🏷️ Tag-based organization system
- 📤 OPML export format for portability
- 🎯 Minimal, distraction-free design
- 📝 Ability to add notes to items
- 🔗 Dropbox integration available
- 💪 Reliable and stable with no crashes
- 🎨 Clean, professional appearance

**Cons**

- 🔤 Font size options too limited
- 👁️ Text too small for accessibility needs
- 🎨 No color or formatting options
- 📱 Separate paid apps for iPhone and iPad
- ⌨️ Poor keyboard support and shortcuts
- 🔐 No password protection feature
- 📊 Lacks advanced task management features
- 🗂️ No folder organization system
- 🔗 OneDrive support missing
- ⏰ No due dates or reminders
- 🖨️ No direct PDF export from app
- 🌐 Requires web interface for some imports
- 📞 Unresponsive developer support
- ⚠️ Infrequent updates and maintenance
- 🎯 Limited metadata capabilities

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Font size settings don't include larger options
- Copy and paste functionality lost in recent updates
- OPML export doesn't preserve outline hierarchy in Word
- Text selection and cursor placement issues
- Sync authentication failures causing data loss
- App crashes when creating new outlines
- Formatting lost when cutting and pasting
- Dropbox sync not automatic, requires manual setup per file
- Dialog changes don't update until closed
- Slow startup time on iPad
- Small touch targets for expand/collapse buttons
- Multi-line note preview not available

**Most requested features**

- Larger font size options and accessibility settings
- Color coding and text formatting (bold, italics)
- Folder-based organization for outlines
- Due dates and reminders for tasks
- Password protection and encryption
- PDF export functionality
- Keyboard shortcuts for navigation and hierarchy changes
- Multi-select and batch operations
- Columns for additional metadata
- Dark mode or customizable color themes
- Gantt chart or timeline view
- Desktop application for Windows/Mac
- Universal app (single purchase for iPhone and iPad)
- Automatic syncing without manual trigger
- Ability to move outlines between lists
- Rich text formatting in notes
- Web link detection and built-in browser
- Image and attachment support
- Numbered list export
- Integration with Google Tasks or iOS Reminders

## Recent user reviews (10 of 130)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outliner-for-ipad/id360659928/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Just the job

*2026-01-15, version 3.19.2*

I’ve been using the CarbonFin Outliner on iPad and iPhone for over 10 years and cannot fault it. Use it mainly for trips or holiday packing and wouldn’t want to live without it. Can’t think of any negatives so 5/5 from me.

### 5/5 — Absolutely one of the essential apps!

*2024-03-19, version 3.16.0*

I have used this app for many years. I love it! I use it for packing lists, grocery lists, errands, brainstorming notes. I can export a list to my mind mapping app easily. 

It has easily moved to various new iPads  over the years, with all data intact.

Thank you so much for this app.

### 2/5 — Great outliner, if you have perfect vision

*2023-08-10, version 3.15.0*

NEW CAVEAT: There is a setting to make font smaller, but not one to make it larger or even largest. Nowadays my vision won't let me work without a bigger font. Developers need to give more thought to accessibility. -- ORIGINAL REVIEW (5 STARS): OmniOutliner is prettier and offers columns, this outliner lets me get real work done fast. It's easy to make and rearrange an outline, and it works with both email and the developer's free online syncing service. Easy to get data in and out with OPML. I actually use OmniOutliner, too, but for specific purposes involving highly formatted documents I create on my Mac. For serious thinking and outlining on the go, whether on my iPad or iPod, this is what I prefer to use, because it gets out of my way and lets me work. Also let's me organize my outlines with tags, which I can treat like folders. Wishes? Dropbox support would be nice. UPDATE: The addition of Dropbox support has been very helpful. Unfortunately, one must opt for Dropbox support on a file-by-file basis, and the syncing is not automatic. Still, it's pretty easy.

### 5/5 — Wonderfully useful app highly recommended

*2021-06-10, version 3.13.0*

My favorite feature is that it keeps copies in synch, so the shared checklists are always up to date on whatever devices they live on.

A nice to have feature would be to mark a task as in progress but not yet complete. The workaround is just to leave the task open and use notes for progress. One can also micromanage by splitting the task down into two or more sub tasks.

Another nice to have would be counts of how many tasks are in the outline, just informationally.

### 5/5 — My favorite app

*2021-05-02, version 3.13.0*

I have been using this outliner app for 7 years or even more, and this is my everyday tool for all the notes I take.

All my notes are hierarchical, with a deep and detailed hierarchy, and I can’t imagine how other people work with “flat” note-taking apps.

### 5/5 — Been using it forever, it’s still the best

*2020-09-18, version 3.12.2*

This is the longest running app I’ve had. It’s so simple and it’s become a part of the way I think. I have other outliner apps and they simply get in the way. Yes they have lots of other bells and whistles but nothing comes close to the simplicity and straightforward way this app works.
Completely recommend this to anyone, and the web interface is icing on the cake. Great stuff.

### 2/5 — Once excellent product

*2020-04-10, version 3.12.0*

I have used this product for a long time now and found it invaluable for managing small or complex projects. Just enough functionality without being overburdened with complexity.

Sadly, I need to connect to OneDrive and that doesn’t work. The developer has stopped responding to support requests and updates are few and far between (been waiting a while to another bug). My feeling is that the product is effectively dead.

### 5/5 — Still the best

*2020-03-20, version 3.12.0*

Been using and relying on this app for years.  The web based Outliner Online is super helpful and a nice bonus.

### 5/5 — This is the best outliner in the world!

*2018-10-29, version 3.10.1*

Carbonfin outliner is head and shoulders the best outliner is the world. 
It is extremely flexible, a new list or adding an entry to an-9#ting liebteyto a couple of intuitive clicks. The layout on the iPad is especially handy. The powerful season function will jet you manage even long,complex lists easily. This is really a gem!!

### 5/5 — I like Outliner so far

*2018-06-13, version 3.9.1*

I have only had outliner for a few days but am already impressed.  I have the app on my iPad, iPhone and am also using the free carbonfin.com web interface.  So this means I can be on both desktop and devices updating my outlines.  And I can easily sync my outlines.  As a backup I can save my outline to Dropbox — the Dropbox feature is built into the app  — a folder is automatically set up in Dropbox for this purpose.  And I can also save an outline in plain text if I want to.  Importantly, the outline elements are dragable on my devices and can be moved up and down on the web interface . And all of this is very simple to do.  Very intuitive.  Easy to learn. The developers clearly know what they are doing and must be fans of outline programs — because they have created a superb app.   ....Rowby.

## Frequently asked questions about Outliner for iPad

### What does Outliner for iPad do?

Outliner for iPad is an application designed for creating and managing outlines. It provides a structured way to organize thoughts and ideas on your iPad.

### Is this the latest version of Outliner?

No, this is a legacy iPad-only version. A universal app is available for new users, which is recommended for purchase. Please contact the developer for further clarification.

### What are the key features of this app?

The primary feature is its outlining functionality, allowing users to create hierarchical lists and organize information. It is specifically designed for the iPad interface.

### How much does Outliner for iPad cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Who should use Outliner for iPad?

This application is intended for users who specifically need an outlining tool on their iPad and may be existing users of this legacy version. New users are directed to the universal app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.19.3 — 2026-02-20

Bug fixes

### 3.19.2 — 2025-12-08

- Fixed bugs on iOS 26.1

### 3.19.1 — 2025-10-22

v3.19.0 - iOS 26 support and adoption of Liquid Glass
v3.19.1 - Bug fixes

### 3.19.0 — 2025-10-17

iPadOS 26 support and adoption of liquid glass

### 3.18.0 — 2024-10-13

• iOS 18 support
• Dark and tinted app icons

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