Comparison

List Genius vs US Calendar

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

Head to head
About

List Genius

Easily create and manage reusable lists for various tasks, from travel plans to grocery shopping. Capture items via camera, clear text with a tap, and even get random suggestions. Available in English and Spanish.

Highlights
  • Create one-time or reusable lists
  • Check off completed items
  • Add items from camera
  • Clear text with a single tap
  • Random selection tool
  • Supports English and Spanish
Features
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List Genius makes everyday planning simple. Create as many lists as you need for groceries, trips, hardware-store runs, home projects, and everything in between. Keep each list focused, organized, and easy to complete. Reorder items as plans change, duplicate a useful list for next time, and undo accidental deletions without rebuilding your work. Share only the list you choose. Invite a partner through iCloud to collaborate on one list while your other lists remain private. Features: - Create and organize as many lists as you need - Check off items with satisfying visual and haptic feedback - Reorder list items and lists - Share one selected list with a partner through iCloud - Keep changes synchronized across your devices - Select lists and mark off items from Apple Watch - Duplicate useful lists for easy reuse - Delete completed items with an Undo option - Scan an item with the camera on supported devices - Send a plain-text copy when collaboration is not needed - Use the app in English or Spanish Whether you are shopping for groceries, packing for a trip, or planning the next project, List Genius keeps the details clear and close at hand.

About

US Calendar

Features
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US Calendar: Holidays and School Holidays A calendar app with United States public holidays and school holidays by state. Features: >All Public Holidays: Federal holidays and state-specific holidays across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. View holidays for your state or all states. >School Holidays: School holiday periods by state, clearly marked on the calendar. Toggle school holidays on/off in settings. >State Selection: Filter holidays by your state or view all. Choose from Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, or District of Columbia. >Personal Notes: Add notes to any date to track events, reminders, and important information. Notes are stored locally on your device. >Notifications: Set reminders for your notes to never miss important events. >Year View: Navigate quickly to any month or year. >Offline Access: All holiday data is included in the app—no internet required. >Dark Mode: Light and dark themes available. Useful for planning daily activities and staying informed about public and school holidays across the United States.

Screenshots

List Genius4 screens
US Calendar4 screens

Verdict

The call

List Genius and US Calendar are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

List Genius ships an update monthly, US Calendar every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
List Genius versus US Calendar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterList GeniusUS Calendar
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael GibbyPoornima Arachchige

In-app purchases

None

List Genius

No in-app purchases

None

US Calendar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is List Genius free?
List Genius is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is US Calendar free?
US Calendar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do List Genius or US Calendar have ads?
Both List Genius and US Calendar show ads.
Which is updated more often, List Genius or US Calendar?
List Genius ships an update monthly, and US Calendar every 2 weeks. Most recently, List Genius was updated on November 3, 2026 and US Calendar on October 31, 2026.

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