# Checklist vs Task Flow

The clearest difference is rating: Task Flow at 4.7 against Checklist's 3.9. Task Flow also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (78% vs 59%). Checklist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.4 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Task Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Checklist asks for nothing beyond the download.

Task Flow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Task Flow has 332 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Checklist's written reviews are positive against 78% of Task Flow's.

Checklist ships an update every 7 months, Task Flow monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Checklist | Task Flow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checklist/id1436354700/reviews) | **[4.7 (332 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 31 | **332** |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | **78.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Martin Tseng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1217065716) | [Vladimir Butko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556257481) |

## What reviewers say

### Checklist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checklist/id1436354700)

Organize your tasks, to-dos, and achievements with a highly customizable list application. Reorder items easily, choose from various color themes, and enjoy a clean, simple interface. This free tool helps you manage your priorities effectively.

**Highlights:** Customizable to-do lists, Reorderable items, Multiple color themes, Clean and simple interface, Achievement tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Task Flow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483)

This app is a comprehensive task manager and planner that helps you organize, plan, and track your tasks and projects. It offers versatile prioritization, multi-project integration, a focus timer, and customizable project visualizations to boost productivity and ensure deadlines are met.

**Highlights:** Versatile prioritization, Multi-project integration, Focus Timer, Project visualization (lists/Kanban), Detailed task information, Home screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Task Flow+ Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Task Flow+ Annual (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Task Flow+ Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Smooth syncing across devices
- 💡 Flexible task management (multiple projects, sections)
- 👍 Clean and pleasing design
- 👍 Helpful features (attachments, Pomodoro timer)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Lacking some advanced features (calendar integration, time tracking)
- 🔍 Confusing UI in some areas (subtasks, board view)
- 🔍 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Dragging tasks can create unintended subtasks
- Popup windows appearing behind the app
- App icon image reverting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app
- Improved task sorting and scheduling
- Better project management features (subfolders, archiving)
- Customizable quotes and theming
- Clickable links in notes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Checklist free?

Checklist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Task Flow free?

Task Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Checklist or Task Flow?

Task Flow is rated higher. Checklist averages 3.9 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Task Flow averages 4.7 from 332 ratings.

### Do Checklist or Task Flow have ads?

Neither Checklist nor Task Flow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Checklist or Task Flow?

Checklist ships an update every 7 months, and Task Flow monthly. Most recently, Checklist was updated on September 22, 2026 and Task Flow on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*