Comparison

List Maker ◎ vs Align

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

Head to head
About

List Maker ◎

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
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Introducing List Maker, the app for making lists and sharing them with people. Sharing is at the heart of what we do. Whether it's a grocery list, keeping track of the daily to-do list, or letting your kids manage their own chores, List Maker is the app your whole family will actually use. “It's easier than pencil and paper and I love the trendy design of the chalkboard! I recently used it with my husband to check our spring break packing checklist. It's also a lifeline in the grocery store. - Kerri (a real user and mom) DESIGNED FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY • Super moms who handle all the daily details • Men who want to be good husbands and follow the honey do list • Children who want to take charge of their own to-do lists • Families who want to work * together * to get things done! LIST FEATURES • Share lists with a single click, watch lists update instantly on an unlimited number of devices • Use colored chalk to prioritize, group or personalize your lists • Drag and drop items, tap to edit, insert items in the middle of a list. Effortless and simple. • Be productive anywhere, even offline SUBSCRIPTIONS List Maker is a Premium product and a subscription is required to use the app. When you subscribe to the List Maker Premium service, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the time you confirm your purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Prices and currencies may vary from country to country depending on exchange rates. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. List Maker Privacy Policy and Terms of Service: https://www.listmakerapp.com/privacy https://www.listmakerapp.com/tos

About

Align

This app offers a minimalist approach to task management, helping users focus on their next action without feeling overwhelmed. Its design promotes clarity and balance, encouraging users to stay organized and mindful of their goals.

Highlights
  • Minimalist interface
  • Smart to-do lists
  • Focus mode
  • Mindful design
  • Simple organization
Features
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Standard planners are overwhelming. Align is different. We’ve stripped away the noise to help you focus on one thing: your next move. It’s the simple, aesthetic way to stay on track without the burnout. Key Features: 1. Minimalist Interface: Designed for clarity and balance. 2. Smart To-Do Lists: Add, and delete tasks effortlessly. 3. Stay Organized: Align your priorities with a simple layout. 4. Focus Mode: Reduce noise and keep your attention on what matters. 5. Mindful Design: A calming theme that helps you think clearly. Align isn’t just another task manager — it’s your personal space to pause, plan, and align your goals with purpose.

Screenshots

List Maker ◎4 screens
Align4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: List Maker ◎ at 4.8 against Align's 3.3. List Maker ◎ also leads on ratings volume (8K vs 3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). Align's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price and ads 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. List Maker ◎ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Align asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

List Maker ◎ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: List Maker ◎ has 8K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

List Maker ◎ ships an update monthly, Align every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
List Maker ◎ versus Align: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterList Maker ◎Align
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8K ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews76.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings8K — better3
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAP Studio, LLCN Mompi Devi

Bugs and requests

List Maker ◎

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Lists disappearing or duplicating
  • Syncing issues across devices
  • Trouble resetting passwords

Requested features

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

Align

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

List Maker ◎

Subscriptions8
  • Early Adopter Premium (legacy)$4.991 Year
  • Monthly14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
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  • Yearly14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Family14 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly14 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Family14 Days trial$69.991 Year
None

Align

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is List Maker ◎ free?
List Maker ◎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Align free?
Align is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, List Maker ◎ or Align?
List Maker ◎ is rated higher. List Maker ◎ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8K ratings, while Align averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do List Maker ◎ or Align have ads?
Neither List Maker ◎ nor Align shows ads.
Which is updated more often, List Maker ◎ or Align?
List Maker ◎ ships an update monthly, and Align every 5 months. Most recently, List Maker ◎ was updated on October 29, 2026 and Align on October 25, 2026.

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