Linearama vs Simple5
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Linearama
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Linearama is built to let you collect notes effortlessly. Whether itβs a fleeting thought, a scribble, a brilliant idea or a cherished memory, capturing it is instant, simple, and yours to keep. Linearama works the way you naturally take notes in real life. You quickly jot things down into an inbox without worrying about structure. When you're ready, group notes into views, based on tags or content. Need even more organisation? Group views together into organisers! Collecting isnβt just about saving, itβs about owning. Thatβs why your notes live locally on your device. They are always accessible, even offline. If you want, you can sync them between devices with iCloud without giving up ownership or control.
Simple5
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Add up to 5 daily tasks by tapping the blue plus, then tap to complete or swipe left for 5-minute reminders. Each new day automatically gives you a fresh, clean slate to focus on what matters most. While other task apps overwhelm you with endless features and infinite task lists, Simple5 embraces the power of constraints. You're limited to just 5 tasks per day - not as a restriction, but as liberation from digital clutter and decision paralysis. This isn't random - it's based on cognitive science showing our brains can effectively prioritize maximum 5 items at once. When you can only choose 5 things, you automatically choose the RIGHT 5 things. When adding your tasks, you naturally consider the most important things you want to do. The app relies on that. Furthermore, you cannot delete your tasks once they have been written down. This is because it is not possible to "delete" something that has been written down with pen and paper. Choose how you want to spend your time wisely! Add up to 5 daily tasks by tapping the blue plus, then tap to complete or swipe left for 5-minute reminders. Each new day automatically gives you a fresh, clean slate to focus on what matters most. Key Features: * 5-task daily limit forces real prioritization * Automatic priority numbering (1-5) * Daily reset - no overwhelming backlog * Tap to complete, swipe for reminders * Built-in tutorial for instant understanding * Share your daily list as simple text * Clean, distraction-free design Why should I spend money: * No Subscriptions - Pay once, own forever * No Ads - Completely clean experience * Privacy First - Your tasks stay on your device * Thoughtful Design - Every detail carefully crafted * Quality Focus - Built for effectiveness, not feature bloat
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Linearama at Free against Simple5's $4.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Linearama is free to download; Simple5 costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Linearama ships an update every 4 months, Simple5 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linearama | Simple5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free β better | $4.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.6 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matteo Ferrini | Christopher Fuchs |
In-app purchases
Linearama
No in-app purchases
Simple5
No in-app purchases









