# App to sort the list vs Collections Database

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Collections Database at 87% against App to sort the list's 38%. Collections Database also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and ads (none vs shown). App to sort the list's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App to sort the list sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Collections Database sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Collections Database holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Collections Database has 195 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of App to sort the list's written reviews are positive against 87% of Collections Database's.

App to sort the list ships an update every 2 months, Collections Database every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App to sort the list | Collections Database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-to-sort-the-list-relist/id1466752441/reviews) | **[4.6 (195 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **195** |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MAPLE LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1332596285) | [Matteo D'Ignazio](https://appshunter.io/developer/634863524) |

## What reviewers say

### App to sort the list

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-to-sort-the-list-relist/id1466752441)

Easily rearrange lists on the go with various sorting options. Save input and output history, and use bulk copy/paste for efficient data management. Ideal for organizing items or ideas quickly.

**Highlights:** Sort lists by various criteria, Save input and output history, Bulk copy and paste functionality, Number lines in sorted results, Random sorting option, Delete text views in bulk

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ad | $1.99 | one-time |


### Collections Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334)

Organize anything with a personal database app. It offers over 20 field types, customizable layouts, and pre-built templates for common uses like books or expenses. Advanced features and iCloud sync are available.

**Highlights:** 20+ field types (text, number, picture, barcode, etc.), Customizable fields and display styles, Pre-built templates (books, contacts, expenses, etc.), Organize with collections and subcollections, Password, Face ID, and Touch ID protection, iCloud synchronization across devices, Advanced fields and calculations (Pro version)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collections Ultra (Upgrade) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Collections Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Collections Ultra | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 🚀 Powerful and feature-rich
- 💡 Excellent integration with Apple ecosystem
- 🔒 Secure and private data storage
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and sync issues
- 📚 Lacking comprehensive documentation
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering capabilities
- 🔀 Difficulty moving/copying data between collections

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues when using search
- Inconsistent behavior between iOS and macOS versions

**Requested features**

- Collaborative features for sharing databases
- More advanced reporting and visualization options
- Improved import/export functionality
- Ability to customize the appearance and layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App to sort the list free?

App to sort the list is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Collections Database free?

Collections Database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, App to sort the list or Collections Database?

Collections Database is rated higher. App to sort the list averages 3.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Collections Database averages 4.6 from 195 ratings.

### Do App to sort the list or Collections Database have ads?

App to sort the list shows ads; Collections Database does not.

### Which is updated more often, App to sort the list or Collections Database?

App to sort the list ships an update every 2 months, and Collections Database every 8 days. Most recently, App to sort the list was updated on November 3, 2026 and Collections Database on November 7, 2026.

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