Comparison

WhatList vs Paso

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

Head to head
About

WhatList

Features
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**Organize anything with simple tagged lists.** Create unlimited lists, add items with descriptive text and optional links, and filter them instantly using tags. Everything stays in sync via iCloud so your lists are available on **iPhone, iPad, and Mac**. ## Key Features - Quick entry for items with easy tag selection - Search and filter items by multiple tags - Attach web links and see rich previews - Share Extension for adding text or links from other apps - Works offline with automatic sync when you reconnect - Archive items to hide them without deleting ## Common Use Cases - **Meal planning** – keep a “What to cook?” list of dishes tagged by meal type and prep time - **Books to read** – keep a list of titles you want to read - **Travel packing** – filter by trip type or family member - **Gift ideas** – tag by occasion or recipient - **What to watch** – track movies and shows you want to see - **Restaurants to go to** – remember places you’d like to try or revisit - **Study notes** – tag research topics or courses Whatever you need to remember, WhatList helps you capture and find it fast across all your Apple devices.

About

Paso

This app presents your tasks and notes on a continuous timeline, offering a clear weekly overview and flexible planning. It's designed for creators and professionals who need to focus on long-term direction without feeling overwhelmed by complex systems.

Highlights
  • Timeline-based task scheduling
  • Integrated notes and journaling
  • Simple task management
  • Weekly overview
  • Long-term project focus
Features
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Paso is a minimalist planner that puts tasks and notes on a timeline. See your week clearly. Plan calmly. Make steady progress without overwhelm. Most productivity apps push you into endless lists. Paso shows your life as a continuous timeline, where notes, tasks and reflections live together in context. Plan on a timeline Schedule tasks across days and weeks. See how your work connects over time instead of jumping between isolated to-do lists. Notes and journal in one place Capture ideas, write reflections, and connect them directly to your plans. No switching between apps. Simple task management Create tasks, organize projects, and move items freely on your timeline. No complex systems. No noise. Built for long-term builders Paso is designed for founders, creators and professionals who work on projects that never really “end”. It helps you focus on direction, not just daily output. If you want: – a clear weekly overview – flexible notes connected to real work – calm productivity without pressure – a simple planner you’ll actually use Paso is for you. Think clearly. Plan calmly. Build consistently. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WhatList4 screens
Paso4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WhatList at none against Paso's 9. Paso's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). 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. Paso sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. WhatList asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
WhatList versus Paso: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhatListPaso
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSiddhartha Reddy KothakapuMACIEJ BRZEZINSKI

In-app purchases

None

WhatList

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Paso

Subscriptions9
  • Support$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly Regular$8.991 Month
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  • Paso Premium Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Paso Premium Yearly$45.001 Year
  • Paso Premium Yearly$89.991 Year
  • Paso Premium Yearly Regular$89.991 Month
  • Paso Premium Yearly Promo$129.991 Year
  • Paso Premium Yearly$229.991 Year

Questions

Is WhatList free?
WhatList is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paso free?
Paso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WhatList or Paso have ads?
Neither WhatList nor Paso shows ads.

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