# TrimList Pro vs SimplyWise

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TrimList Pro at none against SimplyWise's 8. TrimList Pro also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). SimplyWise's advantage is ratings volume (41K vs 2) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SimplyWise sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. TrimList Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

TrimList Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SimplyWise has 41K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TrimList Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, SimplyWise monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TrimList Pro | SimplyWise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trimlist-pro/id6446330009/reviews)** | [4.8 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplywise-cost-estimator/id6670619664/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **41K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 77.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 67 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TRIMTEK L L C](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677419696) | [SimplyWise, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538521097) |

## What reviewers say

### TrimList Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trimlist-pro/id6446330009)

This app streamlines trim carpentry workflows, from precise measurements and board calculations to efficient cutting sequences and installation tracking. It aims to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and boost profits for carpentry businesses.

**Highlights:** Precision measurement automation, Board list generation, Efficient cut workflow, Installation tracking, Inventory system, To-scale cut visualization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SimplyWise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplywise-cost-estimator/id6670619664)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Business, #144 Top Free · Business (US App Store)

This app uses AI to transform job site photos into detailed construction estimates, including material and labor costs. It generates professional bids, suggests upsells, and helps manage projects from start to finish, all from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** AI-powered photo-to-estimate, Before & after visualization, 3D room scanning, Professional bid creation, Smart upsell suggestions, Invoicing and work order management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cost Estimator Business | $4.99 | per month |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $29.99 | per month |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $49.99 | per month |
| Cost Estimator Business | $59.99 | per year |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $239.99 | per year |
| Cost Estimator Pro | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate
- 👍 Simple to use, efficient and super helpful
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate and comprehensive estimates
- 👍 Simplest estimator app for contractors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Completely off for quoting paint projects
- 🐛 Unable to type in amounts once the estimate is generated
- 🐛 Hitting the back button takes you to the beginning when creating an estimate
- 🐛 Estimates in process will delete and app will restart if you switch screens
- 🐛 Apple keyboard issues

**Reported bugs**

- Inaccurate paint project estimates
- Issues with editing estimates
- Estimates being deleted when switching screens

**Requested features**

- Same account for both Android and iPad
- Ability to save estimates in progress


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TrimList Pro free?

TrimList Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SimplyWise free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TrimList Pro or SimplyWise?

TrimList Pro is rated higher. TrimList Pro averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SimplyWise averages 4.8 from 41K ratings.

### Do TrimList Pro or SimplyWise have ads?

SimplyWise shows ads; TrimList Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, TrimList Pro or SimplyWise?

TrimList Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and SimplyWise monthly. Most recently, TrimList Pro was updated on November 3, 2026 and SimplyWise on November 6, 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.*