# Do! vs List Maker ◎

The clearest difference is monetization model: Do! at free with in-app purchases against List Maker ◎'s subscription. Do! also leads on ratings volume (26K vs 6.8K). List Maker ◎'s advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Do! sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and List Maker ◎ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Do! against 4.8 for List Maker ◎. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26K and 6.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Do!'s written reviews are positive against 76% of List Maker ◎'s.

Do! ships an update fortnightly, List Maker ◎ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Do! | List Maker ◎ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/do-simple-to-do-list/id421819675/reviews) | **[4.8 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/list-maker/id1220679578/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 6.8K |
| Positive reviews | **79.1% of reviews** | 76.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 150 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SIMPLERION Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/412790201) | [AP Studio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220679577) |

## What reviewers say

### Do!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/do-simple-to-do-list/id421819675)

This app helps you manage your daily tasks with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. Quickly add and complete tasks, set reminders, and automate recurring items. Securely store your data and personalize the experience with themes and fonts.

**Highlights:** Fast task addition and completion, Recurring task automation, Home screen widgets for task visibility, Passcode and Face ID security, Data backup and restore options, Customizable themes and fonts

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove AD (Unlock!) | $20.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great to-do list app
- 👍 Easy to use and organize
- ✨ Customizable with colors and fonts
- 📆 Helpful for managing daily tasks and routines
- 🔔 Useful reminders and notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Recurring tasks not always showing up correctly
- 🔀 Randomly shuffles tasks
- 💰 Ads still showing up after paid upgrade
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🎨 Lack of customization options for themes and backgrounds

**Reported bugs**

- Login/sign-in issues across devices
- Reminders not working as expected
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to share lists with others
- Calendar integration and scheduling options
- More recurring task options (weekly, monthly, etc.)
- Desktop/web version for faster editing
- Ability to add notes or descriptions to tasks


### List Maker ◎

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/list-maker/id1220679578)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Adopter Premium (legacy) | $4.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Family | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Family | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Lists disappearing or duplicating
- Syncing issues across devices
- Trouble resetting passwords

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Do! free?

Do! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is List Maker ◎ free?

List Maker ◎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Do! or List Maker ◎?

List Maker ◎ is rated higher. Do! averages 4.7 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while List Maker ◎ averages 4.8 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do Do! or List Maker ◎ have ads?

Do! shows ads; List Maker ◎ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Do! or List Maker ◎?

Do! ships an update fortnightly, and List Maker ◎ monthly. Most recently, Do! was updated on October 15, 2026 and List Maker ◎ on October 14, 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.*