Comparison

Make a List! vs Spreadsheet data entry

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Make a List!

Create and share unlimited lists with friends and family. Automatically syncs across all your iOS devices and Mac. Supports audio notes, pictures, and due dates for enhanced organization.

Highlights
  • Unlimited list creation
  • List sharing
  • Push notifications
  • Audio and picture attachments
  • Due dates
  • Cross-device synchronization
Features
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Fast and easy way to create FREE unlimited lists to share with your friends and family! "Make a List!" automatically synchronises all your lists with all your iOS devices and Mac (app on Mac App Store). Key features: • Push Notifications • List sharing • Audio notes attachment • Picture attachment • Highlighted text • Marked item • Export list • Print list • Comments • Due dates Data synchronisation requires iCloud Drive enabled. For feedback or suggestions write to info@makealist.net

About

Spreadsheet data entry

Easily input data from your phone directly into Google Sheets or CSV files. Capture various data types like scanned codes, locations, and text. Streamline workflows for accounting, inventory, and more.

Highlights
  • Send data to Google Sheets/CSV
  • Scan QR and Barcodes
  • Capture Geolocation
  • Input Text, Numbers, Dates
  • Use predefined lists
  • Seamless Google Suite integration
Features
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Effortlessly send data from your phone directly to your Google Sheets or CSV file. Perfect for on-the-go data saving and management. This powerful tool is your ultimate companion for accounting, expense tracking as a smart spending tracker, warehouse inventory, and much more. Streamline your workflow by capturing information instantly—whether it's scanning a barcode, saving a location, or creating a new entry in your list maker. Capture & Save Various Data Types: - Scan it: QR and Barcode data directly to your spreadsheet. - Geolocation: Save your current coordinates or pick a point on the map. - Text and Numbers for detailed notes. - Dates & Timestamps: Automatic or custom entries. - Predefined Lists: Select values from a custom list. - Yes/No selectors for quick checks. Seamless Integration with Google Suite The app works flawlessly with Google Sheets, can replace Google Forms, allowing you to convert csv to Excel spreadsheet compatible files with ease. The revolutionary Scan to Sheets technology means data from codes appears in your rows and columns instantly, eliminating manual transcription. How It Works: - Select a form. - Input data (scan, type, or select). - Tap "Send". - Watch as the information appears live in your spreadsheet on Google Drive. Connect Your Google Sheet in Minutes: - Authorize your Google account. - Configure your target spreadsheet URL. What is a Form? A Form defines the structure of your data entry, linking input fields to specific columns in your target spreadsheet. Create them manually for full control or choose a ready-made template from our library. Create a Form Manually: - Create a spreadsheet in your Google Drive. - In the app, create a new form: - Paste the spreadsheet URL and sheet name. - Configure each field: name, data type, and target column. - Save. Use a Predefined Template: - Browse the form library. - Tap "Add to my forms" – a copy of the spreadsheet template is saved to your Drive. Automate your data logging, enhance productivity, and ensure accurate data saving for any project. Download now to transform your phone into a powerful data hub. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy: https://bytepace.com/spreadsheet-data-entry/tos-and-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Make a List!4 screens
Spreadsheet data entry4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spreadsheet data entry at none against Make a List!'s shown. Spreadsheet data entry also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Make a List!'s advantage is ratings volume (1.7K vs 5). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Make a List! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Spreadsheet data entry sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spreadsheet data entry holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Make a List! has 1.7K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Make a List!'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Spreadsheet data entry's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Make a List! ships an update every 4 weeks, Spreadsheet data entry every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Make a List! versus Spreadsheet data entry: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMake a List!Spreadsheet data entry
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.7K ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.7K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloRuslan Musagitov

Customer experience

Make a List!

All ratings1,733 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.7%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews148 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative27.0%

Spreadsheet data entry

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Make a List!

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Items randomly disappearing from lists
  • Duplicate lists being created
  • Inability to view new list entries
  • Reordering lists not working as expected
  • Syncing issues between devices
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  • Compatibility problems with Apple Watch

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add alarm functionality
  • Allow sub-tasks within lists
  • Improve list sorting and reordering
  • Provide a way to delete entire lists
  • Remember previously added items to avoid retyping
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  • Add more color and icon options
  • Improve Apple Watch integration and complications

Spreadsheet data entry

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Make a List!

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99
3 purchases

Spreadsheet data entry

Subscriptions3
  • Unlimited mode for 1 month$3.491 Month
  • Unlimited mode for 3 months$8.993 Months
  • Unlimited mode for 1 year7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Make a List! free?
Make a List! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spreadsheet data entry free?
Spreadsheet data entry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Make a List! or Spreadsheet data entry?
Spreadsheet data entry is rated higher. Make a List! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Spreadsheet data entry averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Make a List! or Spreadsheet data entry have ads?
Make a List! shows ads; Spreadsheet data entry does not.
Which is updated more often, Make a List! or Spreadsheet data entry?
Make a List! ships an update every 4 weeks, and Spreadsheet data entry every 3 weeks. Most recently, Make a List! was updated on October 12, 2026 and Spreadsheet data entry on October 10, 2026.

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