# Simple List App vs SimpleListApp (Official)

The clearest difference is rating: Simple List App at 4.7 against SimpleListApp (Official)'s 3.9. Simple List App also leads on ratings volume (396 vs 7) and review sentiment (88% vs 75%). SimpleListApp (Official)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

Simple List App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple List App has 396 ratings behind it against 7, 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 75% of SimpleListApp (Official)'s.

Simple List App ships an update every 2 months, SimpleListApp (Official) every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple List App | SimpleListApp (Official) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (396 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-app/id1348383972/reviews)** | [3.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelistapp-official/id6742151083/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **396** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **87.8% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 46 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peter Rule](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209080654) | [Adrian Romero](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797101783) |

## 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


### SimpleListApp (Official)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelistapp-official/id6742151083)

Create, save, and manage lists quickly and easily without any distractions. This app offers a clutter-free experience focused solely on list-making for various needs like groceries or to-dos.

**Highlights:** Fast list creation, Clutter-free interface, Saved lists for access, Minimalist design, Efficient list management

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

**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 SimpleListApp (Official) free?

SimpleListApp (Official) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simple List App or SimpleListApp (Official)?

Simple List App is rated higher. Simple List App averages 4.7 out of 5 from 396 ratings, while SimpleListApp (Official) averages 3.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Simple List App or SimpleListApp (Official) have ads?

Simple List App shows ads; SimpleListApp (Official) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple List App or SimpleListApp (Official)?

Simple List App ships an update every 2 months, and SimpleListApp (Official) every 3 days. Most recently, Simple List App was updated on September 16, 2026 and SimpleListApp (Official) on August 17, 2026.

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