Ankorlist vs Zero by Otto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ankorlist
Organize your life by topic, not by date. This app uses a familiar chat-style interface to quickly add and manage tasks. It supports both personal use and collaboration with others, with real-time syncing across devices.
- Topic-based organization
- Chat-style interface
- Personal and collaborative lists
- Markdown notes within tasks
- Cross-device access
- Real-time synchronization
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Ankorlist - Organise your Life by Topic, not Days Most to-do apps sort by date. Ankorlist sorts by what actually matters, grouping tasks into topics like "House Cleanup" or "Wedding Planning" instead of scattering them across days or smashing them into "Today". It's flow is inspired built the chat apps: write things down fast, cross them off as you go, no complicated systems or setup. Use it solo to stay on top of your own life, or bring in people you trust when your list needs more than one person. Key Features: Chat-style interface → Lists appear in a familiar messaging-style layout that most people already know how to navigate. Write tasks down quickly and cross them off as you go. No complicated planning systems, so you can focus on getting things done. Personal or collaborative → Use Ankorlist as your personal productivity tool, or share lists with trusted peers to stay aligned on goals and tasks. Markdown Notes inside tasks → Each task supports detailed internal notes using a built-in Markdown-supported editor. Add formatted text, structure your ideas, and keep supporting details organized within the task itself. Cross-device access → Sign up once and access your lists across devices. Add tasks from your work phone and check them later on your personal device. Real-time sync → Updates happen instantly, so changes from you or your collaborators appear immediately. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Zero by Otto
This task management app offers a minimalist approach to productivity. Unfinished tasks automatically roll over to the next day, ensuring nothing gets lost. Organize tasks into projects, create reusable lists, and collaborate with others.
- Automatic task rollover
- Today view
- Drag and drop rescheduling
- Project organization
- Shared projects for collaboration
- Reusable checklists
- Desktop widget
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Zero - task management made simple. Zero takes a minimalist approach to getting things done. Tasks automatically roll over to the next day when incomplete, so nothing gets lost while keeping your focus on today. Key Features: Automatic Rollover – Unfinished tasks move to tomorrow, no manual rescheduling needed Today View – See what needs to be done today in one clean view Drag & Drop – Reschedule tasks between days with simple gestures Projects – Organize related tasks together Shared Projects – Collaborate with others by inviting them via email Lists – Create reusable checklists for routines and recurring workflows Favorites – Star important tasks to highlight them Desktop Widget (macOS) – Keep today's tasks visible on your desktop Minimal Design – Clean interface without unnecessary features Sync – Works seamlessly across iPhone, iPad, and Mac Dark Mode – Comfortable viewing any time of day Zero helps you stay organized without the complexity of traditional task managers. Tasks flow naturally from day to day, projects keep work organized, and lists handle your recurring needs.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zero by Otto at none against Ankorlist's 12. Zero by Otto also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Ankorlist sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Zero by Otto asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Ankorlist against 5.0 for Zero by Otto. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
Ankorlist ships an update fortnightly, Zero by Otto every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ankorlist | Zero by Otto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ankor Labs Limited | Ludus-Language, Inc. |
Customer experience
Ankorlist
Zero by Otto
In-app purchases
Ankorlist
- Essentials (Monthly)$2.991 Month
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Cloud (Monthly)$4.991 Month
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- Advanced (Monthly)$5.991 Month
- Elite (Monthly)$9.991 Month
- Premium Cloud Loyalty (Annual)$19.991 Year
- Essentials (Annual)$24.991 Year
- Annual$29.991 Year
- Premium Cloud (Annual)$34.991 Year
- Advanced (Annual)$49.991 Year
- Elite (Annual)$79.991 Year
- Lifetime$69.99
Zero by Otto
No in-app purchases





