Comparison

ExCheck vs monolist

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

Head to head
About

ExCheck

Features
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The definitive check sheet app that you can't let go of once you start using this app. This app can create all check sheets you want. This is a gem that greatly improves daily work efficiency. Of course, the app can also be used in daily life. ExCheck is such a check sheet app.ExCheck is a powerful check sheet app using templates. ExCheck is not only checkbox styles, but also the variety of check-styles is available. You can freely create as many templates as you like. You can also get sample templates provided by the developer from within the app. ExCheck manages check sheets using folders. There is dedicated folder that creates check sheets using only specific template. If you use a dedicated folder, you can easily manage the check sheet for continuous recording. All check sheets in the dedicated folder can be output together in CSV format. The created template can be exchanged using AirDrop. In addition, if you purchased a "Professional" subscription, you can publish the template with a QR code (password authentication is also possible). For the check sheet created using the published template, you can also set permission for actions such as sending emails and outputting CSV. ※You can change the theme color by tapping the crown mark on the top screen. Auto-renewal Subscription - Standard: $1.49/month, Premium: $1.99/month and Professional: $3.99/month - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Following information shall be shown in App and App Store. - Title of publication or service - Length of subscription (time period and content or services provided during each subscription period) - Price of subscription, and price per unit if appropriate - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable - https://excheck.magickworx.com/terms_of_use.html - https://excheck.magickworx.com/privacy_policy.html

About

monolist

Features
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monolist is an ultimately simple checklist app with only one list. App Features: Ultimately simple design - No ruled lines, monotone, and an interface that looks as if it were handwritten on a blank sheet of paper. Easy Operation - - Tap to add an item - Tap a checkbox to check/uncheck it - Tap text to edit - Swipe left to delete - Long tap and drag to move text Repeatable - The ability to uncheck all checks at once allows for repeatable use as a regularly used checklist. Widget Function - Unchecked items can be displayed on the home screen and checked. iCloud Sync - Checklist is automatically synced to iCloud without conscious effort, allowing you to manage the same list on different devices. Change font size - Font size can be changed between 10 and 30. Selectable colors - You can select a character color (background color in dark mode) from among 5 colors.

Screenshots

ExCheck4 screens
monolist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ExCheck at none against monolist's shown. ExCheck also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. ExCheck sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and monolist sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ExCheck ships an update weekly, monolist monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
ExCheck versus monolist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExCheckmonolist
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKouichi AbeKazuhiro Sawamura

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ExCheck

Subscriptions3
  • Standard3 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Professional14 Days trial$3.491 Month
1 purchases

monolist

One-time1
  • Hide Ads$3.99

Questions

Is ExCheck free?
ExCheck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is monolist free?
monolist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ExCheck or monolist have ads?
monolist shows ads; ExCheck does not.
Which is updated more often, ExCheck or monolist?
ExCheck ships an update weekly, and monolist monthly. Most recently, ExCheck was updated on October 12, 2026 and monolist on October 7, 2026.

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