Jott vs Helix Planner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Jott
This app offers a straightforward way to manage your tasks without complex features. It focuses on a simple interface for jotting down to-dos, checking them off, and tracking your progress with satisfying animations and customizable themes. It's designed for users overwhelmed by feature-rich productivity tools.
- Unlimited to-dos
- 6 customizable themes
- Completion streak tracking
- Full completion history
- Drag to reorder tasks
- Swipe to delete tasks
- Shareable stats card
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A to-do list that does one thing well. No projects. No tags. No reminders. No calendars. No subscription. Just your tasks and a checkbox. Jot it down, check it off, move on. Jott is for people who are tired of to-do apps that try to manage your entire life. If you've ever opened a task manager and spent more time organising tasks than actually doing them — this app is for you. — HOW IT WORKS Open the app. Type a task. Tap the circle when it's done. That's it. Your list is always right there. No folders to navigate, no inboxes to process, no weekly reviews to feel guilty about. One list. Your tasks. A checkbox. — DESIGNED TO FEEL GOOD Every interaction in Jott is crafted to be satisfying. The check animation. The subtle haptics when you complete a task. The way finished items gracefully disappear. Small details that make checking things off feel rewarding. Choose from 6 handcrafted themes — each with its own personality, colour palette, and custom font. From warm honey tones to deep midnight navy, soft cherry blossom pink to clean architectural grey. Your to-do list should look as good as it feels. — WHAT YOU GET - Unlimited to-dos — no caps, no limits - 6 beautiful themes with custom typography - Completion streak tracking - Full completion history — see everything you've accomplished - Swipe to delete tasks you no longer need - Drag to reorder your priorities - Shareable stats card — show off your productivity - Works on iPhone and iPad - No account required — your data stays on your device - No ads, no tracking, no subscription — pay once, own it forever — WHY PAY FOR A TO-DO LIST? Because you deserve a tool that respects your time and your attention. Free apps sell your data or nag you with upsells. Subscription apps charge you monthly for features you don't need. Jott is different. One price. Everything included. No strings. It's the last to-do app you'll download. — If you have feedback or ideas, I'd love to hear from you. Leave a review or visit nocteventures.com. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Helix Planner
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Helix Planner — Your smart, multilingual planner for Phone, Watch, and CarPlay Plan, organize, and complete your tasks with ease. Categorize tasks, add locations with geofenced reminders, sync to your Watch, share lists, bulk import items with visualization on the Map, customize the app’s look with beautiful themes—and now enjoy a safer, glanceable CarPlay experience that mirrors your iPhone filters in the car. What Helix Planner does • Organize tasks into categories with colors and emojis • Add notes, attachments, and optional GPS coordinates • Set location-based reminders (arrival or departure) • View tasks on an interactive map and filter by category or pin color • Sync open tasks to your Watch for quick access (ex shopping list) • Import multiple tasks at once from pasted text • Share completed tasks as a neatly formatted file • Personalize with multiple color compositions and a glass-like UI • Enjoy multilingual support for a global experience • Drive smarter with CarPlay: See your filtered “Open” tasks in a streamlined, distraction-aware interface • Keep filters in sync: Your iPhone’s current task filters automatically reflect on CarPlay when you connect Core Features and Functionality • Task Management • Create, edit, and reorder tasks with a simple, fast UI • Mark tasks as open or done; snooze workflow is supported in the data model • Add notes and optional attachments for extra context • Organize with categories, each having an emoji and color • Drag-and-drop reordering for both tasks and categories • Location Reminders • Add a location trigger to any task with a chosen radius • Choose between “on arrival” or “on departure” alerts • Optional pin color emojis for map markers • Smart region monitoring to conserve battery and reduce churn • Reverse geocoding for friendly addresses • Map View • See all tasks with locations on a map • Filter by category and pin color • Tap any pin to open task details and edit quickly • Watch Integration • Sync your open tasks to Watch for quick glances • Theme colors are shared so your Watch list matches your Phone style • Reliable background updates keep your list fresh • CarPlay Integration • Streamlined, distraction-aware task view tailored for the car • Automatic filter sync: CarPlay mirrors your iPhone’s current “Open” tasks • Background-safe updates keep your in-car list aligned without extra taps • Localized safety disclaimer available from the Today screen for clear guidance • Bulk Import & Sharing • Paste multiple tasks at once (newline or comma separated) • Optional inline GPS parsing (e.g., “Grocery @ 52.23, 21.01”) — easy to generate with AI • Export done tasks as a timestamped, readable list • Save shared files in-app and share via system Share Sheet • Personalization & Design • Choose from curated color compositions (themes) • Polished glass effect with subtle depth and highlights • Motion-aware gradient that responds gently to device orientation • Multilingual Experience • Built-in translations for key labels and flows • Quick language switcher with country flags • Category names localized for supported languages • Privacy & Performance • Efficient location monitoring and geocoding usage • Debounced searches and updates to keep the UI smooth • SwiftData-powered storage—fast and reliable Helix Planner brings together powerful organization tools, intuitive location reminders, rich import/export options, Watch syncing, and a refined CarPlay experience—wrapped in a thoughtful, elegant interface that adapts to your preferences and language.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Jott at Free against Helix Planner's $4.99. Jott also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Helix Planner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). On 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
Jott is free to download; Helix Planner costs $4.99 up front. Jott sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Helix Planner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Jott ships an update every 6 months, Helix Planner fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Jott | Helix Planner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nocte Ventures Ltd | Mikolaj Adamowicz |
In-app purchases
Jott
- Stickly Pro$5.991 Month
- Stickly Pro Annual$44.991 Year
Helix Planner
No in-app purchases









