Comparison

Controlist vs SpeakToDo

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

Head to head
About

Controlist

Features
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Whether you're packing for a trip, shopping for groceries, or managing daily tasks, this app helps you stay on top of it all. Create and customize unlimited lists for any purpose — from travel and work to personal routines and hobbies. Features: Create, edit, and delete unlimited lists and items Predefined categories to jumpstart your organization Smart checklists for travelers, families, and professionals Sleek and intuitive interface designed for speed and simplicity Item status tracking with visual progress indicators Local data storage — your lists are private and always accessible No account required, just open and start organizing Perfect for travelers, busy parents, doctors on the go, digital nomads, and anyone who loves to keep life in order.

About

SpeakToDo

Capture tasks and reminders instantly using your voice, even without an internet connection. Organize your day with visual boards, calendar views, and motivational gamification. Prioritize privacy with offline-only functionality and no account required.

Highlights
  • Voice-to-task creation
  • Offline functionality
  • Kanban board organization
  • Calendar view
  • Gamification and streaks
  • Hands-free capture
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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A to-do list you can talk to. Capture tasks the moment they come to mind. SpeakToDo turns your voice into to-dos, recognizes dates and times, and sets reminders. Spend less effort writing things down and more time following through. No account required. SAY IT. SAVE IT. GET ON WITH YOUR DAY. Tap the mic and say, "Call Mom tomorrow at 5 PM." Turn a thought into a task without typing it all out. Attach a voice memo when a short title isn't enough. SEE WHAT NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION Check today's tasks and overdue items from your Home Screen. Choose small, medium, or large widgets to fit your layout. On iOS 17 or later, mark tasks complete directly from a widget. CHANGE YOUR PLANS WITH A DRAG Move task cards between Today, This Week, and Later on the Kanban board. Adjust due dates as your plans change, or switch to the list or calendar to see your schedule another way. MAKE ROUTINES EASIER TO KEEP Set tasks to repeat daily, on weekdays, weekly, or monthly. Complete one and the next occurrence is created. Keep recurring chores, work routines, and regular check-ins on your list. START WITH A PLAN. FINISH WITH PERSPECTIVE. Plan your morning and reflect on what you finished in the evening. Daily advice offers practical suggestions for your next step. On supported devices running iOS 26 or later with Apple Intelligence enabled, on-device AI can support task parsing and daily advice. SIMPLE TO START - No account required. - Tasks and voice recordings are stored locally on your iPhone. - Access your saved tasks and recordings offline. - Explore Pro features free for 7 days. The free version may show ads. Some features require Pro. Speech recognition availability and connectivity requirements vary by device, language, and settings. Download SpeakToDo and speak your first to-do. Privacy Policy: https://app.japality.com/speaktodolist/i/privacy_policy/ Terms of Use: https://app.japality.com/speaktodolist/i/terms/

Screenshots

Controlist4 screens
SpeakToDo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Controlist at none against SpeakToDo's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. SpeakToDo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Controlist asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Controlist ships an update every 8 days, SpeakToDo every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Controlist versus SpeakToDo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControlistSpeakToDo
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMARCELO TOSCANO RODRIGUESJapality Limited

In-app purchases

None

Controlist

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SpeakToDo

Subscriptions2
  • SpeakToDo Pro Subcription Monthly$1.991 Month
  • SpeakToDo Pro Subcription Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • SpeakToDo Pro Life Time$24.99

Questions

Is Controlist free?
Controlist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SpeakToDo free?
SpeakToDo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Controlist or SpeakToDo have ads?
Both Controlist and SpeakToDo show ads.
Which is updated more often, Controlist or SpeakToDo?
Controlist ships an update every 8 days, and SpeakToDo every 5 days. Most recently, Controlist was updated on October 28, 2026 and SpeakToDo on November 5, 2026.

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