# gTasks for Google Tasks vs G App Launcher

The clearest difference is review sentiment: gTasks for Google Tasks at 84% against G App Launcher's 25%. gTasks for Google Tasks also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 36). G App Launcher's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. gTasks for Google Tasks sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. G App Launcher asks for nothing beyond the download.

gTasks for Google Tasks holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: gTasks for Google Tasks has 2.8K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of gTasks for Google Tasks's written reviews are positive against 25% of G App Launcher's.

gTasks for Google Tasks ships an update every 5 days, G App Launcher every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | gTasks for Google Tasks | G App Launcher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtasks-for-google-tasks/id428249408/reviews)** | [3.5 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-app-launcher/id1543803459/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 36 |
| Positive reviews | **84.3% of reviews** | 25.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 26 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JulyApps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/427694580) | [Carlos Jeurissen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543382149) |

## What reviewers say

### gTasks for Google Tasks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtasks-for-google-tasks/id428249408)

Manage your to-do lists and tasks by syncing them with Google Tasks and across your Apple devices. Organize tasks with subtasks, set location-based and repeating reminders, and view tasks alongside calendar events. Share tasks with colleagues for seamless collaboration.

**Highlights:** Sync with Google Tasks, Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Mac), View tasks and calendar events together, Subtasks for organization, Location-based reminders, Repeating tasks, Task sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Tasks | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Tasks | $5.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Tasks | $7.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Tasks | $14.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Tasks | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Tasks | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless Google Tasks sync
- 📝 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🗓️ Helpful for organizing tasks and projects
- 🔔 Effective reminders and notifications
- 🔗 Good integration with other Google services

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model can be costly
- 🔍 Lacking advanced search and filtering options
- 🔋 Potential battery drain issues
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
- 🐛 Occasional sync and stability problems

**Reported bugs**

- Tasks not syncing properly across devices
- Notifications not always working as expected
- Occasional app crashes or freezes
- Subtasks not always displaying correctly

**Requested features**

- Add ability to import/export task lists
- Improve Apple Watch integration and complications
- Implement more customization options for lists and tasks
- Integrate with more third-party apps and services
- Provide better support and communication from developers


### G App Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-app-launcher/id1543803459)

Customize your app launcher with over 1000 Google shortcuts and create your own custom website shortcuts. Easily manage and sort your shortcuts through a drag-and-drop interface in the settings. Submit requests for new Google shortcuts or add your own.

**Highlights:** Customize app launcher, Add 1000+ Google shortcuts, Create custom website shortcuts, Drag-and-drop shortcut management, Filter and sort shortcuts, Suggest new Google shortcuts

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works on Mac
- 👍 Best free app
- 👍 Easy to open on Safari
- 👍 Convenient shortcuts
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work on Safari
- 🐛 Safari blocks it
- 🐛 Permission issues
- 🐛 Suspicious permissions
- 🐛 Asks for passwords/history

**Reported bugs**

- Shortcut toggles not working on Sonoma
- Blank pop-up when clicking icon
- Extension freezes/lags
- Constant resets of shortcuts
- Extension disappears from Safari

**Requested features**

- Open Google Doc directly into current tab
- Dark mode option
- Change/add custom icons for toolbar icon
- Access shortcuts without going through Safari


## Frequently asked questions

### Is gTasks for Google Tasks free?

gTasks for Google Tasks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is G App Launcher free?

G App Launcher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, gTasks for Google Tasks or G App Launcher?

gTasks for Google Tasks is rated higher. gTasks for Google Tasks averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while G App Launcher averages 3.5 from 36 ratings.

### Do gTasks for Google Tasks or G App Launcher have ads?

Neither gTasks for Google Tasks nor G App Launcher shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, gTasks for Google Tasks or G App Launcher?

gTasks for Google Tasks ships an update every 5 days, and G App Launcher every 3 weeks. Most recently, gTasks for Google Tasks was updated on October 27, 2026 and G App Launcher on October 27, 2026.

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