Comparison

ListPro vs List Maker ◎

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

Head to head
About

ListPro

Create any type of list, from simple checklists to complex databases, with a powerful and flexible toolkit. Access hundreds of customizable templates and user-created lists to get started quickly. Sync your data with a desktop version for seamless management.

Highlights
  • Customizable templates
  • Multiple column types
  • Item indenting
  • Reusable lists
  • Master lists support
  • Wi-Fi data sync with Windows version
  • Access to List Exchange
Features
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ListPro® is the ultimate list-making toolkit. ListPro gives you everything you need to craft the perfect list. With ListPro's robust set of features, including an optional desktop version, you can build lists ranging from simple checklists to micro-databases. Get ListPro today and become a list pro! ListPro Doesn't Limit Your Creativity! ListPro gives you the tools and flexibility to build the lists you need. Don't get hemmed in by one-trick pony list makers. With over 40 fully-customizable templates, 7 column types, item indenting, and a host of other list-making tools, ListPro lets you craft the list you need. Hundreds of Free Lists! If you need some help getting started, choose from hundreds of user-constructed lists and templates at the List Exchange. Shopping lists, Getting Things Done templates, academic study guides, medical information, and more are just a click away. FEATURES: * Lists are reusable * Supports master lists (e.g., a shopping list that includes all items, and way to show just the items you need now) * Customizable columns * Sync your data seamlessly viaWi-Fi with ListPro for Windows (purchased separately) * Use built-in list types (To Do, Shopping, Checklist, etc.) or create your own * Access to List Exchange for free lists The Best of the Best! Winner of multiple mobile computing awards, ListPro has been the preferred choice for serious list makers for over 25 years. Get ListPro today, and find out why ListPro remains the standard for people who are serious about their lists.

About

List Maker ◎

Create and share lists for groceries, to-dos, and chores. This app is designed for families to collaborate and manage tasks efficiently, even offline. Its intuitive interface and sharing features make it a practical tool for everyday organization.

Highlights
  • Share lists instantly
  • Offline access
  • Color-coded prioritization
  • Drag and drop item management
  • Family collaboration
Features
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Introducing List Maker, the app for making lists and sharing them with people. Sharing is at the heart of what we do. Whether it's a grocery list, keeping track of the daily to-do list, or letting your kids manage their own chores, List Maker is the app your whole family will actually use. “It's easier than pencil and paper and I love the trendy design of the chalkboard! I recently used it with my husband to check our spring break packing checklist. It's also a lifeline in the grocery store. - Kerri (a real user and mom) DESIGNED FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY • Super moms who handle all the daily details • Men who want to be good husbands and follow the honey do list • Children who want to take charge of their own to-do lists • Families who want to work * together * to get things done! LIST FEATURES • Share lists with a single click, watch lists update instantly on an unlimited number of devices • Use colored chalk to prioritize, group or personalize your lists • Drag and drop items, tap to edit, insert items in the middle of a list. Effortless and simple. • Be productive anywhere, even offline SUBSCRIPTIONS List Maker is a Premium product and a subscription is required to use the app. When you subscribe to the List Maker Premium service, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the time you confirm your purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Prices and currencies may vary from country to country depending on exchange rates. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. List Maker Privacy Policy and Terms of Service: https://www.listmakerapp.com/privacy https://www.listmakerapp.com/tos

Screenshots

ListPro4 screens
List Maker ◎4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: List Maker ◎ at Free against ListPro's $4.99. List Maker ◎ also leads on ratings volume (8K vs 72) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). ListPro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On review sentiment and ads 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

List Maker ◎ is free to download; ListPro costs $4.99 up front. List Maker ◎ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. ListPro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

List Maker ◎ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: List Maker ◎ has 8K ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 77% and 76% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ListPro ships an update every 5 months, List Maker ◎ monthly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
ListPro versus List Maker ◎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterListProList Maker ◎
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (72 ratings)4.8 (8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews — better76.4% of reviews
Number of ratings728K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIlium Software, Inc.AP Studio, LLC

Customer experience

ListPro

All ratings71 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews313 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative15.0%

List Maker ◎

All ratings6,799 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews275 reviews
Positive76.4%
Neutral5.5%
Negative18.2%

User reviews

ListPro

From 72 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Customizable lists
  • 👍 Flexible and powerful
  • 🔒 Secure with password protection
  • 👍 Syncs well between devices
  • 👍 Useful for various purposes (shopping, to-do, etc.)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional syncing issues
  • 🐛 Limited layout options
  • 🐛 Lacks landscape mode
  • 🐛 Complicated for basic list needs
  • 🐛 Outdated design compared to newer list apps

List Maker ◎

From 8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Visually appealing
  • ✨ Helps with organization
  • 🙌 Great for lists and routines
  • 💻 Useful for school and work

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription model too expensive
  • 🔒 Limited features in free version
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🤔 Confusing to navigate at first

Bugs and requests

ListPro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes or crashes
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Sorting and filtering not working as expected

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add reminders/notifications
  • Improve syncing between devices
  • Implement landscape mode
  • Enhance layout and design
  • Add ability to duplicate/copy lists
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  • Integrate with cloud storage (Dropbox, iCloud, etc.)

List Maker ◎

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Lists disappearing or duplicating
  • Syncing issues across devices
  • Trouble resetting passwords

Requested features

4 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to create unlimited lists
  • Integration with other apps and services
  • Improved sharing and collaboration features

In-app purchases

None

ListPro

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

List Maker ◎

Subscriptions8
  • Early Adopter Premium (legacy)$4.991 Year
  • Monthly14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
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  • Yearly14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Family14 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly14 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Family14 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is ListPro free?
ListPro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is List Maker ◎ free?
List Maker ◎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ListPro or List Maker ◎?
List Maker ◎ is rated higher. ListPro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while List Maker ◎ averages 4.8 from 8K ratings.
Do ListPro or List Maker ◎ have ads?
Neither ListPro nor List Maker ◎ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ListPro or List Maker ◎?
ListPro ships an update every 5 months, and List Maker ◎ monthly. Most recently, ListPro was updated on November 6, 2026 and List Maker ◎ on November 6, 2026.

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