Comparison

SyncTasks vs Simple To Do List

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

Head to head
About

SyncTasks

This app offers a streamlined task management experience, syncing with Notion and Apple Reminders. It features a minimalist widget for distraction-free focus and a folder system for organization. It can also be used as a standalone to-do list.

Highlights
  • Two-way Notion sync
  • Apple Reminders integration
  • Minimalist home screen widgets
  • Folder-based task organization
  • Standalone to-do list mode
  • No ads or tracking
Features
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As a daily Notion user, I found the Notion mobile app to be too cluttered and overly complicated for simple tasks management. It is also severely lacking in widget integration which is a crucial part of the iOS experience. I have tried Todoist and TickTick with Zapier, but they lacked support for all the features I needed, AND THERE IS A SUBSCRIPTION?! I wanted a simpler, more integrated solution. That's why I built SyncTasks. Due to popular demand, I've added the option to use SyncTasks as a standalone to-do app without syncing with Notion. This can be especially useful for quickly tracking tasks like grocery lists and other on-the-go needs. Key Features of SyncTasks: Notion Integration: Two-way sync with your Notion databases. This feature also allows you to sync databases from multiple Notion Workspaces. Apple Reminders Integration: Two-way sync with your Apple Reminders. Minimal Task List Widget: My favorite feature! Inspired by dumb phones, this minimalist widget blends seamlessly with your wallpaper to create a distraction-free interface reminiscent of a dumb phone. Your home screen will display only your tasks, with no other distractions, so you can stay focused and get as much done as possible. Stay Organized: I've decided to go back to basics and stick with the trusty folder system to help you group your tasks and stay organized. You can also quickly filter and search through your tasks to find exactly what you need. Exclusive Membership Card: I absolutely love the feeling of getting something unique for myself. So, I've added this totally unnecessary but fun feature! When you first get your card after upgrading to premium (it's a one-time purchase, by the way—because I absolutely hate subscriptions), you can drag and shake it to unlock a series of randomized colors with different gradients on the card. This means your card will be unique to you and you alone. I know it's not essential, but it's kind of exciting, right? No ads. No tracking. Transparent update: Nobody likes being tracked, and I'm no exception. I've also included a Release Notes section in the app where I'll share all the new features, major bug fixes, and improvements with you. This keeps the update process as informative and transparent as possible. I'm doing this because I genuinely want to build and grow alongside my users. If you've encountered a similar issue with the Notion mobile app and are looking for a solution, want a way to stay focused and get things done, or just simply want to hang out, install SyncTasks and join me on this journey. I'll see you on the other side! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Simple To Do List

Features
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Sooner is a to do list with no dates. Every task is either Soon or Some Day. That is it. No due dates to set, no late tasks, no red numbers. Just a calm list of what to do next. ADD A TASK FAST Tap +, type, tap Add. Your group and your choice are remembered, so you tap less. SOON OR SOME DAY Put what matters now in Soon. Put the rest in Some Day. Use the filter to see All, Soon, or Some Day. GROUPS Make groups for work, home, school, or anything else. Give each one an emoji. Fold a group to hide it when you don't need it. TWO LOOKS Simple mode is a quiet, clean list. Game mode adds XP, levels, and a daily streak, so finishing tasks feels good. Switch any time. Your tasks stay the same. HOME SCREEN WIDGETS See what is Soon without opening the app. Small, medium, and large widgets. MADE TO BE EASY • Swipe right on a task to edit or delete it • Completed tasks move to their own list, and you can bring them back • Light and dark mode • Opens fast, works offline Sooner does less on purpose. Less to set up, less to look at, more done.

Screenshots

SyncTasks4 screens
Simple To Do List4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple To Do List at none against SyncTasks's 5. Simple To Do List also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SyncTasks sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Simple To Do List asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SyncTasks ships an update every 10 days, Simple To Do List every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SyncTasks versus Simple To Do List: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSyncTasksSimple To Do List
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (356 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings356 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperToh Kar LePHYU THIN KYI

Bugs and requests

SyncTasks

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Tasks not syncing properly
  • Widget not displaying tasks correctly
  • App crashing after updates
  • Notification issues with repeat tasks

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Notion calendar sync
  • Improve widget customization options
  • Introduce more view and filter options
  • Develop a desktop or web app version

Simple To Do List

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

SyncTasks

Subscriptions2
  • SyncTasks Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • SyncTasks Pro (Annually)$12.991 Year
One-time3
  • 7-day Free TrialFree
  • SyncTasks Pro$9.99
  • SyncTasks Pro (Lifetime)$34.99
None

Simple To Do List

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SyncTasks free?
SyncTasks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple To Do List free?
Simple To Do List is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SyncTasks or Simple To Do List have ads?
Neither SyncTasks nor Simple To Do List shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SyncTasks or Simple To Do List?
SyncTasks ships an update every 10 days, and Simple To Do List every 3 days. Most recently, SyncTasks was updated on October 20, 2026 and Simple To Do List on October 13, 2026.

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