# Simple List vs Smart Tasks

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple List at none against Smart Tasks's 5. Simple List also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Smart Tasks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (79% vs 50%). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Tasks sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Simple List asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Simple List against 4.7 for Smart Tasks. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Tasks has 4.5K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Simple List's written reviews are positive against 79% of Smart Tasks's.

Simple List ships an update every 3 months, Smart Tasks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 4, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple List | Smart Tasks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-task-todo-errands/id1078135817/reviews) | [4.7 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tasks-lists-made-easy/id1498145730/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **4.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **79.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Freemium |
| Size | 5 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [giang pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078135816) | [Francesco Prospato](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498137019) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple List

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-task-todo-errands/id1078135817)

Organize your tasks with a straightforward list-based system. Navigate between different sections using simple swipes. This tool prioritizes ease of use for managing your to-do items.

**Highlights:** Swipe navigation between pages, Swipe actions on to-do items, Simple and easy to use interface, Task organization, List management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart Tasks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tasks-lists-made-easy/id1498145730)

This app helps you organize tasks, reminders, and daily checklists with a clean, interactive layout. Plan your week, manage deadlines, and stay productive with features like color-coding, widgets, and Apple device integration.

**Highlights:** Color-coded task organization, Weekly planner view, Home screen widgets, Apple device integration, Apple Watch app, Drag & drop organization, Smart notifications

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Tasks + | $1.99 | per month |
| Smart Tasks + (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Smart Tasks + | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Smart Tasks + | $11.99 | per year |
| Smart Tasks + (Annual) | $17.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Visually appealing and customizable
- 🎨 Effective color-coding and categorization
- 🗓️ Helpful widget and calendar integration
- 💻 Seamless sync across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription required for full features
- 📆 Missed tasks automatically pushed to next day
- 🔍 Lack of monthly view for tasks
- 🔀 Issues with task order syncing across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues causing tasks to reorder or disappear
- Subscription cancellation problems

**Requested features**

- Option to display completed tasks
- Ability to delay or snooze tasks
- Integration with more calendar/reminder apps
- Monthly view for tasks
- Keyboard shortcuts for quick task entry


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple List free?

Simple List is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart Tasks free?

Smart Tasks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple List or Smart Tasks?

Simple List and Smart Tasks are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 18 and 4.5K ratings respectively.

### Do Simple List or Smart Tasks have ads?

Simple List shows ads; Smart Tasks does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple List or Smart Tasks?

Simple List ships an update every 3 months, and Smart Tasks fortnightly. Most recently, Simple List was updated on July 4, 2026 and Smart Tasks on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*