# Simple Checklists vs PLANBELLA

The clearest difference is price: Simple Checklists at $0.99 against PLANBELLA's $8.99. Simple Checklists also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). PLANBELLA's advantage is chart position (#105 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Simple Checklists costs $0.99 and PLANBELLA $8.99 up front. PLANBELLA sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Checklists asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Checklists ships an update monthly, PLANBELLA every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Checklists | PLANBELLA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $8.99 |
| Rating | — | **[3.8 (799 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planbella-planner-app/id1389771232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **799** |
| Positive reviews | — | 64.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#105** |
| Size | 1 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Simpler Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/392250183) | [Netzinkubator Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1147661116) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Checklists

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-checklists/id400071909)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### PLANBELLA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planbella-planner-app/id1389771232)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app combines a stylish calendar with a to-do list and note-taking features. Organize events, tasks, and thoughts in an elegant, minimalist interface. Enjoy a clutter-free planning experience with customizable color-coding and reminders.

**Highlights:** Elegant minimalist design, Event and task management, Daily notes and reminders, External calendar synchronization, Color-coded entries, Repeating entries

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Day&Date small widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Clock small widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Up Next medium widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Control panel medium widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Line Art small Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Overdue Tasks medium Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Productivity Ring small Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| To-Do List medium Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| To-Do List large Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| Up Next Large Widget | $1.09 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Beautiful and aesthetically pleasing design
- 📅 Helpful calendar and task management features
- 🔍 Useful journal and note-taking functionality
- 🔒 One-time purchase, no subscription
- 🎨 Customizable color-coding options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔀 Lack of two-way calendar sync with other platforms
- 🔍 No search function to find past events/tasks
- 🔁 Inability to edit/delete individual recurring events
- 🔒 Widgets require additional purchases
- 📱 Limited functionality on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- Calendar events shifting to incorrect dates
- Widgets not updating or functioning properly
- Journal feature not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Habit tracking and daily routine management
- Ability to sync across multiple devices
- More color palette options for highlighting
- Separate undated note-taking section
- Automatic task rollover to next day if not completed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Checklists free?

Simple Checklists costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PLANBELLA free?

PLANBELLA costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Do Simple Checklists or PLANBELLA have ads?

Neither Simple Checklists nor PLANBELLA shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Checklists or PLANBELLA?

Simple Checklists ships an update monthly, and PLANBELLA every 4 weeks. Most recently, Simple Checklists was updated on September 29, 2026 and PLANBELLA on October 17, 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.*