Comparison

Make a List vs SimpleLists

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

Head to head
About

Make a List

This straightforward application helps busy individuals manage their daily tasks with a simple to-do list. Quickly add action items as they come to mind or create a bank of routine tasks for easy access. Utilize checklist functions and delete completed items to stay organized.

Highlights
  • Quick Add tab for immediate task entry
  • Add tab for creating routine task banks
  • Notes field for task details
  • Checklist function for completed tasks
  • Delete completed tasks
  • Uncomplicated interface
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For busy users searching for a simple and uncomplicated way to create a To Do list, this app is for you! Being only a To Do list, with no complicated or unnecessary add-ons, will make it much easier for you to use. Use the Quick Add tab to create a list as you remember action items in your busy day, or create a bank of routine tasks by clicking on the Add tab. Subsequently, you will be able to go to the Add section, and with a simple click add a task to your To Do list. Use the Notes field to add specific information about your task such as a time, a name, a place, etc. The green buttons to the left of your list provide a useful checklist function allowing you to check off tasks as you finish them. Or, using the red buttons to the right of your list, you can delete tasks as they are completed. This app will become a staple. Make your busy day a breeze by keeping yourself focused and organized in a simple and organized way.

About

SimpleLists

Create and manage reusable checklists with an intuitive interface. This app offers cloud syncing for access across devices, helping you stay organized effortlessly for various personal and professional tasks.

Highlights
  • Reusable checklists
  • User-friendly interface
  • Cloud syncing
  • Customizable lists
  • Task management
Features
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Introducing Simple Lists, an app designed for creating reusable checklists that help you stay organized effortlessly. With its intuitive interface, Simple Lists transforms the way you manage checklists, making everyday planning a breeze. Key features include: - Reusable Checklists: Create, save, and edit lists that you can reuse for different tasks, allowing you to streamline your planning process. - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate through your checklists easily with a clean and minimalistic design that enhances your productivity. - Cloud Syncing: Access your lists from any device with real-time syncing, ensuring you have your tasks available whenever you need them. Simple Lists is perfect for anyone who loves to use checklists, whether you are a busy professional, a student juggling multiple responsibilities, or a parent managing family tasks. Our app caters to your organizational needs, providing the tools to help you stay on top of your priorities. The user interface of Simple Lists is designed with simplicity in mind. With just a few taps, you can create a checklist, add items, or mark them as done. The overall user experience is seamless, allowing you to focus on your tasks without distraction. Enjoy a smooth and engaging interaction that makes checklist management an enjoyable part of your routine. Download Simple Lists today and take the first step toward effortless organization! Embrace the power of checklists that work for you, not the other way around. Stay organized and simplify your life with Simple Lists—because your tasks deserve a smart solution! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Make a List4 screens
SimpleLists4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SimpleLists at 5.0 against Make a List's 2.5. SimpleLists also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%). Make a List's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

Both are free to download. SimpleLists sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Make a List asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SimpleLists holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Make a List's written reviews are positive against 100% of SimpleLists's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Make a List ships an update every 3 weeks, SimpleLists every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Make a List versus SimpleLists: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMake a ListSimpleLists
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLucid Atomics CorporationJoe Edwards

Customer experience

Make a List

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

SimpleLists

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Make a List

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SimpleLists

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.001 Month
  • Yearly$14.001 Year

Questions

Is Make a List free?
Make a List is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimpleLists free?
SimpleLists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Make a List or SimpleLists?
SimpleLists is rated higher. Make a List averages 2.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SimpleLists averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Make a List or SimpleLists have ads?
Both Make a List and SimpleLists show ads.
Which is updated more often, Make a List or SimpleLists?
Make a List ships an update every 3 weeks, and SimpleLists every 6 weeks. Most recently, Make a List was updated on November 1, 2026 and SimpleLists on October 30, 2026.

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