Comparison

SimpleNote vs Just One Thing

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

Head to head
About

SimpleNote

Features
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SimpleNote – Your smart task & notes app Organize your day in style – from quick thoughts to important reminders. With SimpleNote, you can take notes, manage tasks, and get reminded – all in one clean and elegant interface. Key Features • Create tasks with title, description & category • Set due dates and reminders • Organized views: Work, Personal, Important & more • Dark mode – optimized for day & night use • Local storage – your data stays on your device • Create & manage tasks efficiently Privacy first Your tasks are never stored in the cloud. No account needed. No hidden trackers. Whether it’s a spontaneous idea or structured planning – SimpleNote brings clarity to your everyday life. Download now and get organized!

About

Just One Thing

This app helps you simplify your day by focusing on a single meaningful task. It encourages small daily achievements to build momentum and consistency, preventing overwhelm from long to-do lists. Celebrate progress, not perfection, and build better habits one task at a time.

Highlights
  • Focus on one task at a time
  • Avoid overwhelm
  • Build daily streaks
  • Preset and custom tasks
  • Celebrate progress
Features
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Just One Thing - Do Less, Move Forward Just One Thing helps you simplify your day by focusing on one meaningful task at a time. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by long to-do lists or unsure where to start, this app is for you. Just One Thing encourages small daily wins that help you build momentum, stay consistent, and feel in control. Why it works: - Avoid overwhelm by limiting how much you take on each day - Stay consistent without pressure - Build a streak that motivates you - Focus on what matters, not just doing more How it works: 1. Start with just one task - no matter how small. 2. Complete it to build your streak and unlock more task slots. 3. Choose from helpful preset tasks or create your own. 4. Celebrate progress - not perfection. Whether it’s opening a window, stretching, or messaging a friend, Just One Thing helps you show up and feel good doing it. Build better habits. One task at a time. Download Just One Thing and feel the power of doing less - with more intention.

Screenshots

SimpleNote4 screens
Just One Thing4 screens

Verdict

The call

SimpleNote and Just One Thing are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SimpleNote versus Just One Thing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleNoteJust One Thing
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB6 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperPatrick LanhamTyler Ferrington

In-app purchases

None

SimpleNote

No in-app purchases

None

Just One Thing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SimpleNote free?
SimpleNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Just One Thing free?
Just One Thing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SimpleNote or Just One Thing have ads?
Neither SimpleNote nor Just One Thing shows ads.

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