# Simple List App vs A Simple List

Simple List App and A Simple List both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Simple List App's written reviews are positive against 0% of A Simple List's. Simple List App also leads on ratings volume (396 vs 34). A Simple List's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple List App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. A Simple List asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple List App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple List App has 396 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Simple List App's written reviews are positive against 0% of A Simple List's.

Simple List App ships an update every 2 months, A Simple List monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and July 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple List App | A Simple List |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (396 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-app/id1348383972/reviews)** | [4.5 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-simple-list/id1594977557/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **396** | 34 |
| Positive reviews | **87.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 46 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peter Rule](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209080654) | [Andrew Becker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1286829403) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple List App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-app/id1348383972)

Organize your items with a clean, single-screen list. Assign colors to your entries for quick visual identification. This app is designed for speed and simplicity, perfect for managing any type of list without complex navigation.

**Highlights:** Single screen design, Color-coded items, Quick and easy use, Item organization, No folders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advert Free Usage. | $0.49 | per month |
| Advert Free Usage. | $5.99 | per year |
| Advert Free Usage | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Extremely simple and easy to use
- 👍 Great for shopping lists
- 👍 Helpful for organization
- 👍 Color coding for categories
- 👍 Items automatically alphabetized

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot create multiple distinct lists (workaround suggested)
- 🐛 Checked off items disappear/not easily visible
- 🐛 Difficulty reordering items
- 🐛 Colors could be bolder
- 🐛 Not fully accessible for visually impaired

**Reported bugs**

- Checked off items no longer go to the top
- Items become unchecked and stay in place after being selected

**Requested features**

- Ability to save or move lists
- Way to see/restore checked off items
- Bolder colors
- Rearrange items by pressing and holding
- Better help function


### A Simple List

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-simple-list/id1594977557)

This app helps you create and manage multiple lists for various needs, such as groceries or to-dos. Organize items with categories, customize list colors, and easily mark tasks as complete. It's accessible on iPhone and Apple Watch for on-the-go organization.

**Highlights:** Create multiple categorized lists, Customize list colors, Add, edit, and delete items, Reorder list items, Mark items as completed, iPhone and Apple Watch support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple List App free?

Simple List App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is A Simple List free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simple List App or A Simple List?

Simple List App is rated higher. Simple List App averages 4.7 out of 5 from 396 ratings, while A Simple List averages 4.5 from 34 ratings.

### Do Simple List App or A Simple List have ads?

Simple List App shows ads; A Simple List does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple List App or A Simple List?

Simple List App ships an update every 2 months, and A Simple List monthly. Most recently, Simple List App was updated on September 16, 2026 and A Simple List on July 5, 2026.

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