SimpleListApp (Official) vs Focus wave
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpleListApp (Official)
Create, save, and manage lists quickly and easily without any distractions. This app offers a clutter-free experience focused solely on list-making for various needs like groceries or to-dos.
- Fast list creation
- Clutter-free interface
- Saved lists for access
- Minimalist design
- Efficient list management
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Need a quick and simple way to create lists? Simple List is designed for speed and ease, with no unnecessary features—just a straightforward way to make, save, and manage your lists. Why You'll Love Simple List: - Fast & Easy – Create new lists in seconds. - Clutter-Free – No ads, no distractions, just lists. - Saved Lists – Access your lists anytime. - Minimal & Efficient – A lightweight app that does what it should. Whether it's a grocery list, to-do list, or notes for later, Simple List keeps it simple. Download now and start listing! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://simplelistapp.com/privacy
Focus wave
This app transforms your time management into a visual experience, helping you stay focused on studying, projects, or daily tasks. It offers a dynamic and adaptable approach to productivity beyond traditional timers.
- Visual time tracking
- Task management
- Customizable interface
- Study aid
- Project management
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Whether you are studying for exams, working on a side project, or just trying to manage your day, FocusWave turns your time into a visual experience. Say goodbye to boring clocks and hello to a productivity tool that adapts to your style.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Focus wave at 5.0 against SimpleListApp (Official)'s 3.9. SimpleListApp (Official)'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (7 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Focus wave holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively.
SimpleListApp (Official) ships an update every 3 days, Focus wave every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpleListApp (Official) | Focus wave |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adrian Romero | Franklin Park |
Customer experience
SimpleListApp (Official)
Focus wave
In-app purchases
SimpleListApp (Official)
No in-app purchases
Focus wave
No in-app purchases
Questions
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