# SimpleLists vs Simple Rituals

The clearest difference is ads: Simple Rituals at none against SimpleLists's shown. Simple Rituals also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SimpleLists sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and Simple Rituals sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SimpleLists against 5.0 for Simple Rituals. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

SimpleLists ships an update every 6 weeks, Simple Rituals weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimpleLists | Simple Rituals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelists-checklists/id6711347262/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-rituals/id6762166301/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joe Edwards](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770032816) | [Nicholas Prokesch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716689922) |

## What reviewers say

### SimpleLists

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelists-checklists/id6711347262)

Create and manage reusable checklists with an intuitive interface. This app offers cloud syncing for access across devices, helping you stay organized effortlessly for various personal and professional tasks.

**Highlights:** Reusable checklists, User-friendly interface, Cloud syncing, Customizable lists, Task management

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.00 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.00 | per year |
| Mini tip | $1.00 | one-time |
| Plus tip | $3.00 | one-time |
| Pro tip | $5.00 | one-time |
| Max tip | $10.00 | one-time |
| Ultra tip | $15.00 | one-time |


### Simple Rituals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-rituals/id6762166301)

This app helps you build routines without the pressure of streaks or scores. It focuses on completing the next task in your day, organized into morning, afternoon, and evening. You can postpone tasks without penalty, and a simple calendar shows your progress.

**Highlights:** Daily ritual organization by time windows, Four priority levels for tasks, Postponement option without penalty, Simple calendar view of completed days, Minimalist editor for rituals, Gentle, optional reminders

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimpleLists free?

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

### Is Simple Rituals free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SimpleLists or Simple Rituals?

SimpleLists and Simple Rituals are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do SimpleLists or Simple Rituals have ads?

SimpleLists shows ads; Simple Rituals does not.

### Which is updated more often, SimpleLists or Simple Rituals?

SimpleLists ships an update every 6 weeks, and Simple Rituals weekly. Most recently, SimpleLists was updated on October 6, 2026 and Simple Rituals on October 9, 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.*