Comparison

ListPro vs Collections Database

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

Collections Database

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
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Collections is a personal database app to organize anything. 1. A field for every use Collections supports over 20+ field types: • Text, Number • Boolean • Picture • Select • Email, URL, Phone • Password • Date, Time • Color • Barcode And with the Pro version you can use even more advanced fields. • Document reference - Link documents together • Group - Add multiple values for a field • Formula - Create a formula for calculated values. Powerful formula editor with full support to math functions like SUM, AVG • Sources - Import documents from external APIs with Javascript 2. Customizable • Add and reorder fields • Add a separator between fields to better visualize them • Fields have different display styles like primary, secondary, thumbnail • Filter and sort data 3. Templates Collections includes basic templates to get started: • Books • Contacts • Expenses • Subscriptions • Credentials • Inventory • School 5. Advanced management Collections has different tools to help you creating the data model. SUBCOLLECTIONS Organize data into collections and subcollections. Simply said, they are like folders. LISTS A list contains items used in documents and it's very flexible. It could represent a Genre for a book or a Status like 'Available', 'Out of stock' for an object in the inventory. 6. Security • Protect collections using a password, Face ID or Touch ID • Sensitive data such as passwords are encrypted by default 7. iCloud Sync Data is synced automatically between devices through iCloud. 8. Apple's Shortcuts support Expand the app capabilities with Apple's Shortcuts support. 9. Pro version features • Add unlimited documents (free version is limited to 100 documents) • Add files to documents • Add advanced fields • Views • Grid • Use Summary to perform calculations across documents

Screenshots

ListPro4 screens
Collections Database4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Collections Database at Free against ListPro's $4.99. Collections Database also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (87% vs 78%). ListPro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On rating, ratings volume 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

Collections Database is free to download; ListPro costs $4.99 up front. Collections Database sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. ListPro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ListPro against 4.6 for Collections Database. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 187 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of ListPro's written reviews are positive against 87% of Collections Database's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ListPro ships an update every 5 months, Collections Database fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ListPro versus Collections Database: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterListProCollections Database
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (71 ratings)4.6 (187 ratings)
Positive reviews78.2% of reviews87.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings71187 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIlium Software, Inc.Matteo D'Ignazio

Customer experience

ListPro

All ratings71 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive78.2%
Neutral7.2%
Negative14.7%

Collections Database

All ratings187 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews315 reviews
Positive87.3%
Neutral5.1%
Negative7.6%

User reviews

ListPro

From 71 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

Collections Database

From 187 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

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.)

Collections Database

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

None

ListPro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Collections Database

One-time3
  • Collections Ultra (Upgrade)$1.99
  • Collections Pro$7.99
  • Collections Ultra$9.99

Questions

Is ListPro free?
ListPro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Collections Database free?
Collections Database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ListPro or Collections Database?
ListPro and Collections Database are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 71 and 187 ratings respectively.
Do ListPro or Collections Database have ads?
Neither ListPro nor Collections Database shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ListPro or Collections Database?
ListPro ships an update every 5 months, and Collections Database fortnightly. Most recently, ListPro was updated on September 27, 2026 and Collections Database on September 22, 2026.

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