Comparison

inShort vs iGanttChart

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

Head to head
About

inShort

This app offers a unique project management approach, visualizing projects as coordinated mechanisms. It breaks down objectives into smaller goals and resources while maintaining an overview of the entire project structure. The tool combines Gantt charts with workflow diagrams for comprehensive planning and tracking.

Highlights
  • Diagram of processes and resources (PERT, BPMN)
  • Drill down workflow elements
  • Project execution tracking
  • Gantt chart task display
  • Theory of Constraints management
  • Work calendars and resource assignment
  • Export charts to PDF/OPML
Currently charting
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This application offers a unique approach to project management, which represents your project not just as a plan, but as a coordinated mechanism moving towards the goal. The original technique allows you to break down project objectives into smaller goals, processes and resources, but not get lost in the details, but always see the overall structure of the project as a whole. After all, project management is not a mechanical observance of the plan, but the achievement of project goals, which should not be overlooked. The application combines the classic project approach based on Gantt charts and project management through workflow diagrams. As a rule, Gantt charts are ideal for presenting project schedules, but they are not so convenient for reflecting the complex structure of the relationship between processes, goals and resources. More formally, the program allows you to build a customized, based on the BPMN notation, PERT diagram of the project (with events and processes at nodes). Then this description of the project is used to generate a Gantt chart and track the progress of the project. So, inShort is a powerful project and business process management tool, which can be applied not only in office but also for personal purposes. You can further explore the capabilities of the program with the detailed interactive User Guide. Key features of the application:  • Building the diagram of processes and resources of the project (PERT network diagram of the project, based on BPMN notation).  • The ability to drill down the elements of workflow diagrams.  • Tracking the execution of the project.  • Integration with the standard Calendar. • Displaying the list of project tasks in the form of a Gantt chart.  • Separation of physical and information flows of the project.  • Ability to specify the expected time of execution, both directly and parametrically. • Export of charts into PDF files and OPML outlines. • Project management according to the methodology of the Theory of Constraints.  • Working calendars taking into account various schedules of work for implementation of tasks.  • Work resources and their assignment to tasks.  • Queues of tasks: organize the work with active tasks in accordance with the elements of the GTD methodology. • Checklists for diagrams — monitor the sequence of actions for project management step by step. Advanced features of project management in accordance with the Theory of Constraints technique: • finding the critical path; • positioning of time buffers of the project; • calculation of buffer sizes; • calculation of late starts for feeding paths of the project; • tracking of time indicators during project execution. *** inShort Pro — application version for experienced and advanced users, contains advanced and service functions useful for in-depth work with diagrams. Functions included in inShort Pro: • Working with layers of diagrams; • inReview: publications of user diagrams surveys by experienced project managers, indicating successful findings and weaknesses in the diagrams. The procedure for sending diagrams for analysis is described in the Terms of Use. The inShort Pro version is available by monthly subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. inShort Pro Subscription Terms of Use link: http://www.shortki.com/inShort/proTerms.html *** Cannot solve a problem? Draw it inShort and sort things out with it there. It's like voodoo but it works.

About

iGanttChart

Create and manage project timelines with ease using this intuitive mobile application. Visualize tasks, track progress, and assign responsibilities with customizable options. Seamlessly sync across devices and share your project plans.

Highlights
  • Intuitive usability
  • Task progress tracking
  • Customizable task colors
  • Link insertion for references
  • Task priority management
  • Assignees for task responsibility
  • Multi-device sync via Google Drive
  • Export and share Gantt charts
Features
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This iGanttChart app makes it easy to create Gantt charts right on your smartphone or tablet. It offers a range of expressive options, including task progress, colors, and links. Use it for project management, task management, and any other scenarios where you need a Gantt chart. [Features] - Intuitive usability Ease of use is the most important key for simple functions. It works quickly and you can edit intuitively. - Rich expression You can assign your preferred color to each task for expressive representation. - Progress management You can track each task's progress with a progress rate. - Link Since you can insert links, it is also useful when you want to manage reference sites. - Priority Manage your task priorities so you never forget important tasks. - Assignee Assign tasks and keep track of who is responsible for them. - Note Include descriptive text for each task to manage the details. - Ready to use No account registration required, start using the app immediately. - Multi-Device Support Sync seamlessly across multiple devices via Google Drive. - Export and share You can export the created Gantt chart, share it, or edit it on your PC. - Import Import and edit exported Gantt chart data. - Dark theme support The app also supports a dark theme, making it ideal for nighttime use.

Screenshots

inShort4 screens
iGanttChart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iGanttChart at Free against inShort's $2.99. iGanttChart also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). inShort's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#177 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, 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

iGanttChart is free to download; inShort costs $2.99 up front. iGanttChart sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. inShort asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for inShort against 4.0 for iGanttChart. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 23 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of inShort's written reviews are positive against 63% of iGanttChart's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

inShort ships an update every 2 months, iGanttChart every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
inShort versus iGanttChart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterinShortiGanttChart
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (23 ratings)4.0 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews — better62.8% of reviews
Number of ratings2323
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank#177 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJury ShortkiYUKI TANAIKE

Customer experience

inShort

All ratings23 ratings
Positive73.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative21.7%
Written reviews304 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral6.9%
Negative24.3%

iGanttChart

All ratings23 ratings
Positive73.9%
Neutral13.0%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive62.8%
Neutral14.0%
Negative23.3%

Bugs and requests

inShort

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on startup or when editing diagrams
  • Losing work due to stability issues
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved documentation and tutorial videos
  • Ability to export to popular project management tools
  • Integration with cloud storage services like Dropbox
  • More template options and customization
  • Easier navigation and editing of diagrams

iGanttChart

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

inShort

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

iGanttChart

Subscriptions2
  • iGanttChart Pro Version Monthly$2.991 Month
  • iGanttChart Pro Version Annual$27.001 Year

Questions

Is inShort free?
inShort costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iGanttChart free?
iGanttChart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, inShort or iGanttChart?
inShort and iGanttChart are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 23 and 23 ratings respectively.
Do inShort or iGanttChart have ads?
Neither inShort nor iGanttChart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, inShort or iGanttChart?
inShort ships an update every 2 months, and iGanttChart every 2 weeks. Most recently, inShort was updated on September 26, 2026 and iGanttChart on September 26, 2026.

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