# BETTERLIST vs PlanThat

The clearest difference is update cadence: PlanThat at every 5 days against BETTERLIST's every 6 weeks. PlanThat also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BETTERLIST sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and PlanThat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for BETTERLIST against 5.0 for PlanThat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlanThat has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

BETTERLIST ships an update every 6 weeks, PlanThat every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BETTERLIST | PlanThat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/betterlist-get-stuff-done/id6758323371/reviews) | [5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planthat-shared-planner/id6759481973/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 11 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Levin](https://appshunter.io/developer/975877455) | [Zackery Griffin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878923850) |

## What reviewers say

### BETTERLIST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/betterlist-get-stuff-done/id6758323371)

This app helps you manage tasks and life goals with simple, powerful checklists. It offers features like focus mode for single-item completion, voice input for list creation, and AI-powered organization. Upgrade for real-time collaboration and advanced AI tools.

**Highlights:** Dead simple list creation, Focus mode for single item completion, Voice to list input, AI-powered organization and categorization, Real-time collaboration and sharing, Family sharing option

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BETTERLIST Pro | $4.99 | per month |


### PlanThat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planthat-shared-planner/id6759481973)

Organize your events and to-dos on a single, simple timeline. Easily share plans with others, get real RSVPs, and integrate with existing calendars. Focus on what's next with a streamlined view and helpful reminders.

**Highlights:** Single timeline view, Focus Mode for clarity, Family and group sharing, Calendar integration, RSVP functionality, To-do deadlines and reminders, Live weather and drive time

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlanThat+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| PlanThat+ Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PlanThat+ LifeTime | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BETTERLIST free?

BETTERLIST is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PlanThat free?

PlanThat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BETTERLIST or PlanThat?

BETTERLIST and PlanThat are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 6 ratings respectively.

### Do BETTERLIST or PlanThat have ads?

Neither BETTERLIST nor PlanThat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BETTERLIST or PlanThat?

BETTERLIST ships an update every 6 weeks, and PlanThat every 5 days. Most recently, BETTERLIST was updated on October 22, 2026 and PlanThat on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*