Comparison

Zen Checklists vs The Nag

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

Head to head
About

Zen Checklists

Features
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Simplify Your Life, One Checklist at a Time Create reusable checklists for a more organized and mindful life. Simplify recurring tasks and focus on what truly matters. - Reusable Checklists Save and reuse checklists for tasks you perform regularly, such as grocery shopping, packing for a trip, or daily work routines. This ensures consistency and helps you streamline repetitive tasks. - Mindful Task Management Create repeatable routines to ensure peace of mind and reduce the stress of forgotten tasks. Zen Checklists helps you stay organized and frees up mental energy for what matters most. Never forget anything!

About

The Nag

This app provides a robust reminder system designed to boost productivity. It offers timed notifications and persistent 'nag' modes to help users stay on track with tasks, habits, and goals.

Highlights
  • Timed reminders with editing and repeat options
  • Persistent 'Nag Mode' for recurring notifications
  • Customizable nag lists
  • Countdown timer for upcoming alerts
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Clean and user-friendly interface
Features
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Stay on track. Stay productive. Stay Nagged. The Nag is your ultimate productivity companion — a clean, powerful reminder system that goes beyond simple alerts. Whether you need one-time notifications or persistent nudges, The Nag has you covered. Features Include: Timed Reminders -Schedule specific reminders for any time and date. -Easily edit, repeat, or remove upcoming tasks. -Missed a reminder? Set it to follow up until you act. Nag Mode -Keep procrastination at bay with recurring notifications. -Enter multiple custom “nags” that cycle on your selected interval (e.g., every 1, 5, or 15 minutes). -Great for workouts, medication, focus sprints, or habits. Powerful Customization -Convert any reminder into a nag with one tap. -Choose from preloaded nag lists like “Health” or create your own. -See a countdown timer so you always know when the next alert is coming. Friendly Design -Clean, easy-to-navigate interface. Bonus -Apple Watch-friendly: Alerts display if your iPhone is locked. Great for people with busy schedules or anyone who thrives on structure. The Nag helps you take action, not just set intentions. Whether you're trying to build a habit or finish a task — nagging works. Download now and start getting things done… one friendly nudge at a time.

Screenshots

Zen Checklists3 screens
The Nag4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Nag at none against Zen Checklists's 2. Zen Checklists's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Zen Checklists sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. The Nag asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zen Checklists ships an update every 3 days, The Nag monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Zen Checklists versus The Nag: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZen ChecklistsThe Nag
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStellar Apps SLNeville Forsythe

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Zen Checklists

Subscriptions2
  • Zen Checklists Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Zen Checklists Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
None

The Nag

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zen Checklists free?
Zen Checklists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Nag free?
The Nag is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zen Checklists or The Nag have ads?
Neither Zen Checklists nor The Nag shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zen Checklists or The Nag?
Zen Checklists ships an update every 3 days, and The Nag monthly. Most recently, Zen Checklists was updated on November 4, 2026 and The Nag on October 30, 2026.

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