# List Maker ◎ vs To Do List Widget

The clearest difference is monetization model: To Do List Widget at free with in-app purchases against List Maker ◎'s subscription. To Do List Widget also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). List Maker ◎'s advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (6.8K vs 1.5K). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. List Maker ◎ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and To Do List Widget sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

List Maker ◎ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.8K and 1.5K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 76% and 75% positive.

List Maker ◎ ships an update monthly, To Do List Widget weekly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | List Maker ◎ | To Do List Widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/list-maker/id1220679578/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/to-do-list-widget-simple/id1585508533/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | **76.4% of reviews** | 75.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 95 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AP Studio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220679577) | [Amit Verma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219761009) |

## What reviewers say

### List Maker ◎

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/list-maker/id1220679578)

Create and share lists for groceries, to-dos, and chores. This app is designed for families to collaborate and manage tasks efficiently, even offline. Its intuitive interface and sharing features make it a practical tool for everyday organization.

**Highlights:** Share lists instantly, Offline access, Color-coded prioritization, Drag and drop item management, Family collaboration

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Adopter Premium (legacy) | $4.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Family | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Family | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Visually appealing
- ✨ Helps with organization
- 🙌 Great for lists and routines
- 💻 Useful for school and work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔒 Limited features in free version
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🤔 Confusing to navigate at first

**Reported bugs**

- Lists disappearing or duplicating
- Syncing issues across devices
- Trouble resetting passwords

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Ability to create unlimited lists
- Integration with other apps and services
- Improved sharing and collaboration features


### To Do List Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/to-do-list-widget-simple/id1585508533)

Organize your life with interactive home screen widgets for tasks and to-do lists. Customize themes, fonts, and layouts, and sync across devices with iCloud. Manage your tasks directly from your Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Interactive home screen widgets, Apple Watch app integration, Customizable themes and fonts, Unlimited to-do lists, iCloud sync, iOS 18 Lockscreen & Dynamic Island support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| To Do List Pro. | $24.99 | per year |
| To Do List Pro. | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Customizable widgets
- 💡 Helpful for ADHD/busy users
- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 👍 Useful for organization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 🐛 Buggy widget functionality
- 🐛 Inconsistent customization
- 🐛 Limited list management options
- 🐛 Confusing user experience

**Reported bugs**

- Widget not appearing
- Crashes when adding tasks
- Inconsistent color/theme changes

**Requested features**

- Ability to scroll tasks within widget
- Automatic daily task reset
- More font and layout options
- Subtask support
- Reminders and due dates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is List Maker ◎ free?

List Maker ◎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is To Do List Widget free?

To Do List Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, List Maker ◎ or To Do List Widget?

List Maker ◎ is rated higher. List Maker ◎ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while To Do List Widget averages 4.5 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do List Maker ◎ or To Do List Widget have ads?

Neither List Maker ◎ nor To Do List Widget shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, List Maker ◎ or To Do List Widget?

List Maker ◎ ships an update monthly, and To Do List Widget weekly. Most recently, List Maker ◎ was updated on October 14, 2026 and To Do List Widget on October 14, 2026.

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