Project Planner vs NoEqual
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Project Planner
This app provides a structured approach to project management by breaking down large goals into manageable phases and tasks. It offers visual progress tracking, a focus mode for active milestones, and AI integration for task creation and management. Designed for clarity and visual appeal, it helps users stay organized and motivated to complete their projects.
- Three-tier hierarchy: Projects, Milestones, Tasks
- Visual progress tracking with progress bars
- Active milestone focus mode
- Milestone status tracking (Draft, Planning, In Progress, etc.)
- AI-powered project and task management
- Cross-device iCloud synchronization
- Customizable project icons and colors
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Most projects stall not because you lack motivation — but because "finish the project" is too vague to ever act on. You open a blank to-do list, dump in a dozen tasks, and within a week it's either abandoned or buried under newer ones. Milestones is built around a different idea: every project deserves structure, and structure is what makes finishing possible. A smarter way to plan Milestones introduces a three-tier hierarchy — Projects, Milestones, and Tasks — that mirrors how real work actually happens. A project isn't one thing; it's a series of phases. Each phase has its own focus, its own deadline, its own definition of done. Milestones makes that structure explicit so you always know where you are and what's next. Break goals into phases Every project is divided into named milestones — the chapters of your work. Whether you're building an app, writing a thesis, planning an event, or launching a side project, milestones give you a natural way to chunk the journey into stages you can actually complete one at a time. Track progress visually Each milestone has its own live progress bar showing task counts and completion percentage. At a glance, you can see how much you've done, how much is left, and which phases are moving. No more guessing whether you're close or far. Focus on what matters right now Mark one milestone as Active. It pins to the top of your project, pulses with a live indicator, and becomes your single point of focus. Everything else stays visible but secondary — giving you clarity without losing context. Organized from every angle Milestone statuses — Draft, Planning, In Progress, In Review, Released — give each phase a clear stage in the lifecycle. Tasks are sorted into To Do, In Progress, and Done sections automatically. Tag tasks to group related work across a project. Store unscheduled ideas in the project backlog so nothing falls through the cracks. Designed to look as good as it works Give every project its own icon — choose from a curated set of symbols or use your own photo — paired with a custom color. Your project list becomes a visual dashboard that's satisfying to open every day. Manage projects with AI Milestones includes a built-in MCP server — connect Claude and other AI agents on your Mac to create projects, add tasks and move milestones forward just by asking. Your project planner, now AI-native. Built for iPhone, iPad, Mac & Apple Vision Pro On iPad, Mac and Vision Pro, Milestones expands into a full three-column layout: your project list, milestone list, and task list all visible at once. On iPhone, everything is one tap away. Sync seamlessly across both with iCloud. Whether you're a developer shipping a product, a student finishing a dissertation, a designer managing client work, or anyone with a goal worth finishing — Milestones gives your projects the structure they've always needed.
NoEqual
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Traditional calculators are built for one-off problems: type, press equals, get answer, clear, repeat. But real work isn't linear. It involves changing assumptions, comparing scenarios, and adjusting figures on the fly. NoEqual reimagines the calculator for the way you actually think. By removing the "equals" button and introducing a line-based interface , every calculation becomes a flexible, living workspace. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: - No Equal Sign Needed: Results update instantly as you type. There is no "final answer"—only a continuous flow of thought that keeps up with your speed. - Line-Based Logic: Build your calculation line by line. Need to change a number from three steps ago? Just tap and edit. The entire result updates automatically, saving you from clearing and starting over. - Scenario Testing: Toggle individual lines on or off with a tap. Instantly see how removing a cost, adding a discount, or changing a quantity affects your total. Perfect for quick "what-if" analysis. - Smart History Stack: Your thinking process is preserved. Scroll up to view your history stack, reuse previous results, and modify earlier operations instantly. POWERFUL TOOLS FOR PROFESSIONALS: - Business Mode: Built for finance and commerce, not just algebra. Instantly visualize large numbers with clear denomination labels (e.g., "1.2 Million") and support for Chinese 4-digit grouping to prevent reading errors. - Pro Conversions: Seamlessly convert units (Length, Area, Trigonometry, and more) directly within your calculation lines. No more switching apps or losing your place. - Contextual Clarity: We automatically detect and label the magnitude of your numbers, so you never lose track of scale—whether it's thousands, millions, or billions. DESIGNED FOR CLARITY: - Beautifully Simple: A clean, distraction-free interface that respects your focus. - Light & Dark Mode: Fully optimized for any lighting condition, making it easy on the eyes whether you're in the office or working late. NoEqual isn't just a calculator—it's a thinking tool for business owners, freelancers, and professionals who need to calculate with confidence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NoEqual at 15.0 against Project Planner's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Project Planner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and NoEqual sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Project Planner ships an update every 5 days, NoEqual every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Project Planner | NoEqual |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (18 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yassine Zeriouh | Kar Fai Choong |
In-app purchases
Project Planner
- Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$79.99
NoEqual
- NoEqual$1.99
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