# Grocery List with Sync vs List Maker ◎

The clearest difference is monetization model: Grocery List with Sync at free with in-app purchases against List Maker ◎'s subscription. Grocery List with Sync also leads on ratings volume (24K 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. Grocery List with Sync sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month 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 Grocery List with Sync against 4.8 for List Maker ◎. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24K and 6.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Grocery List with Sync's written reviews are positive against 76% of List Maker ◎'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Grocery List with Sync | List Maker ◎ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grocery-list-with-sync/id491297400/reviews) | **[4.8 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/list-maker/id1220679578/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 6.8K |
| Positive reviews | 75.1% of reviews | **76.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 60 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Buzzworthy Vibe Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624846087) | [AP Studio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220679577) |

## What reviewers say

### Grocery List with Sync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grocery-list-with-sync/id491297400)

Organize your shopping with smart lists that sync across devices. Save time and money by avoiding impulse buys and forgotten items. Features include smart grouping, voice input, and real-time updates for shared lists.

**Highlights:** Multi-platform access, Multiple organized shopping lists, Smart product grouping by aisle, Self-learning dictionary for fast entry, Siri integration for voice input, Real-time list synchronization, List sharing via text/email

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime PRO | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime PRO | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for family/shared shopping
- 👍 Helpful for remembering items
- 👍 Useful app for grocery shopping
- 👍 Reliable and works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sync issues between devices
- 🐛 Bugs after recent updates
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with account/data loss
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Lists disappearing after updates
- Syncing issues between devices
- Doubled first letter when using voice input

**Requested features**

- Ability to reorder list items
- Add photos/barcodes for items
- Integrate with voice assistants
- Improved Apple Watch support
- Option to manually rearrange lists


### 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 Grocery List with Sync free?

Grocery List with Sync 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, Grocery List with Sync or List Maker ◎?

List Maker ◎ is rated higher. Grocery List with Sync averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while List Maker ◎ averages 4.8 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do Grocery List with Sync or List Maker ◎ have ads?

Grocery List with Sync shows ads; List Maker ◎ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Grocery List with Sync or List Maker ◎?

Grocery List with Sync ships an update monthly, and List Maker ◎ monthly. Most recently, Grocery List with Sync was updated on October 18, 2026 and List Maker ◎ on October 16, 2026.

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