# Which Thing First? (WTF?) — Prioritize: end task paralysis

> Simple task prioritization tool based on comparative questioning. (iPhone/iPad app by Westbright.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/which-thing-first-wtf/id416983558 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Westbright](https://appshunter.io/developer/335093138)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/which-thing-first-wtf/id416983558/reviews.md

## What is Which Thing First? (WTF?)?

Too many things to do? Which one first?

Which Thing First? (WTF?) helps you decide. Instead of staring at a long list, it shows you just two things at a time and asks the one question that cuts through: which thing first? Make a few quick, easy choices and WTF turns them into a clear, ranked order - so you always know what to do next.

Love a method like Getting Things Done (GTD) by David Allen? Even with a great system, one question remains: which thing to get done first? That's the gap WTF fills.

It's a refreshingly simple way to prioritize. No due dates to juggle, no system to learn. Just compare, two at a time, and let the ranking fall out - and watch a beautiful animation bring your prioritized list to life.

Everything you need, nothing you don't:
• Multiple lists - keep separate ones for work, home, what to read next, anything
• Share a list - export it as text, copy it, or send its items to Apple Reminders
• Siri & Shortcuts - ask for your top thing without opening the app
• Available in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish
• A fast, clean, fully accessible design for modern iPhone and iPad

Perfect for:
• To-do lists and tasks you can't seem to start
• Deciding what to read, watch, play, or buy next
• Ranking options when every choice feels equal
• Anything that needs a clear first, second, third

Free to use, with a one-time upgrade (no subscription) to unlock unlimited lists and items. No ads. No accounts. No tracking - your lists stay on your device.

Made with care by a small, independent studio. Thank you for trying it - and if it helps you, a review means the world.

## Key features

- Task prioritization
- Comparative task analysis
- GTD methodology support
- Unlimited task upgrade
- Simple user interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WTF Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/which-thing-first-wtf/id416983558/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great concept, poor execution

*2026-08-17*

It seems like a good idea as a free sample but that's cuz u r only allowed 4 items on a list for free. When you pay, there is a lot of useless, time wasting stuff as you have to compare ur newest entry with EVERY other list item, when that stuff should be automated. 

Edit: The developer said these issues have been fixed so changing my rating to 4 stars

**Developer response:** Hi Sooppa1 - Thanks ever so much for your detailed review. I think I've fixed most of these issues. I've recently completely rebuilt Which Thing First? from the ground up. There are multiple lists, the iPad keyboard no longer covers what you're typing, and finished lists reorder themselves so #1 sits at the top. Being straight with you on the one thing I haven't changed: comparing a new item against the others is how the ranking is worked out, so that's still there by design. I'd be really grateful if you gave it another look. All the best, Matt in Yorkshire.

### 5/5 — Excellent update

*2026-08-17*

I love this app! Thank you for the update!

**Developer response:** Hi wd75004 - I'm so sorry I have taken a long time to put things right. Losing your tasks was never meant to happen :( . I've just released v2, it's a complete rebuild from the ground up with proper, reliable saving, plus multiple lists so you can keep the paper method going for more than one thing at a time. If you still have it installed, your old list should carry across.
Once again, I'm so sorry! Please give it another chance! (everyone who bought the upgrade automatically gets the new version).
All the best,
Matt, West Yorkshire UK.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-01-21*

There must be a bug. It does deliver the items you wrote to rank. Sometimes the items duplicate themselves to rank. Some times there is an item and nothing in the next ranking box. And this is with only 4 items in the demo. I’m not going to spend money to see if it “fixes” it.

**Developer response:** I’m sorry you found bugs Debrevns. I’ve completely re-written the app in the last few months so please give us another try. The new version has multiple lists, and the keyboard handling should be better behaved.
All the best,
Matt
West Yorkshire, UK.

### 2/5 — Bought app twice

*2022-10-17*

Ever time I want to use this app, every few months, I have to purchase this app. Please help. I want to use it, but it keeps asking me to pay for another same upgrade. I don’t want to pay for a third time.

**Developer response:** I'm so sorry Arlynn1 - being asked to pay again was never meant to happen :( I've just released v2.0 of the app. It's a complete rebuild from the ground up, has multiple lists, and fixes the problem properly: the one-time upgrade is a proper purchase that restores automatically on all your devices - no paying twice, ever. All the best, Matt.

### 5/5 — Life saver

*2022-05-29, version 1.7*

This app actually is a massive help on my daily life as I have dyspraxia and find it difficult to organise myself :) thank you so much 🥰

### 5/5 — Great way to prioritize

*2022-02-14, version 1.7*

Does what it was designed to do.

### 4/5 — Very simple app good idea

*2021-05-20*

Like the idea a lot but wish I could 
-Have more than one task list for more than one job/place.
-Type more words for individual tasks.
-Move a task to the top priority spot given a near immediate situation.

I liked the idea but only four tasks without purchase it’s an app with the goal to simplify prioritizing and it limits you to simple amounts of tasks to prioritize without purchasing.... lol.

**Developer response:** Hi JL!
Thanks for leaving a review of my Which Thing First app a few years ago. Just to let you know I've released v2.0 of the app. It's a complete rebuild and supports multiple lists. I would be grateful if you gave it another look. All the best, Matt.

### 5/5 — One of my favourite apps and great tech support

*2021-03-17, version 1.7*

This is such a useful and simple app to use. I love it.  I would recommend it to everyone as it makes  life just that little bit simpler. It’s a must have app for me and great tech support too - cheers :)

Still use it. Still love it.

### 4/5 — Helpful - room for improvement

*2020-02-02*

Using the free version for now — had seen another similar app recommended but only available in Google Store.  Would be better if list itself reorganized top to bottom; #1 on top, etc.  It doesn’t do that, but does label priority of items 1,2,3,4.

**Developer response:** Hi Yonah
Thanks for leaving a review of my Which Thing First app some years ago. Just to let you know I've released v2.0 of the app. It's a complete rebuild, supports multiple lists, and items do reorganize after all the comparisons have been done. I would be grateful if you gave it another look.
All the best,
Matt.

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2019-09-13*

Does as it says...excellent app!! Boxy07

## Frequently asked questions about Which Thing First? (WTF?)

### How does Which Thing First? help prioritize tasks?

Which Thing First? works by asking you a series of questions that force you to compare each task against others. This comparative approach helps you discover the most effective order for tackling your to-do list.

### What are the limitations of the free version of Which Thing First?

The free version of Which Thing First? is fully functional but is limited to managing a maximum of 4 tasks at a time. Users can upgrade within the app to remove this limitation.

### Can I upgrade to manage unlimited tasks in Which Thing First?

Yes, you can upgrade within the app to unlock unlimited task management. This allows you to prioritize any number of items on your to-do list.

### What is the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology?

The Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology, developed by Dave Allen, is a popular productivity system focused on capturing, clarifying, organizing, reflecting, and engaging with tasks to achieve a state of relaxed productivity.

### Is Which Thing First? available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Which Thing First? is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not specified.

### How often is Which Thing First? updated?

The app was last updated on March 17, 2024, indicating active development. The latest version is 1.8.1.

### What is the user sentiment for Which Thing First?

The app has an average rating of 2.8 stars from 8 ratings, suggesting mixed user sentiment. Users may find the core functionality useful but might have specific feedback contributing to the average rating.

### What age rating does Which Thing First? have?

Which Thing First? has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users including children and adults.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2026-08-18

• Write a review or send feedback right from the app - there's a new menu on the Lists screen
• Small refinements throughout

Thank you for using WTF - I hope it helps you decide what's first.

### 2.1 — 2026-07-14

• Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español - the whole app, fully translated
• Sharing: export a list as plain text, copy it, or add its items to Apple Reminders
• Paste to import - start a new list from items you already have
• Small refinements throughout

Thank you for using WTF - I hope it helps you decide what's first.

### 2.0 — 2026-07-05

Which Thing First? has been rebuilt from the ground up.

• Multiple lists - keep separate ones for work, home, reading, anything
• Siri & Shortcuts - ask for your number-one thing without opening the app
• A fresh, faster, fully accessible design throughout

This one took a while - thank you for waiting. I hope you love it.

### 1.8.1 — 2024-03-17

Fixed a bug which stopped you upgrading. We're very sorry about this!

### 1.8 — 2024-03-08

Removed the Flurry analytics library.

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