Comparison

Checkl vs Ishi

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

Head to head
About

Checkl

Features
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checkl is the checklist app that actually makes sure things get done. Add optional AI visual validation to any checklist item. Snap a photo of the stove, the front door, or the lights — and AI confirms it's actually off, locked, or done. Every verification is timestamped and logged so you have proof you can look back on. No more second-guessing whether you turned off the stove or locked the door when leaving home. SMART SCHEDULES Three schedule types built for real life: • One-time: check items off and archive when done. Perfect for projects, packing lists, or errands. • Recurring: auto-resets daily, weekly, or on a custom schedule. Your morning routine is ready every single day. • Deadline: countdown to a date you set. Auto-archives when it passes. AI VISUAL VALIDATION Only in checkl. Point your camera at any item and AI validates it against your rules. Stove off? Door locked? Windows closed? Get a green checkmark with a confidence score, timestamped and saved. AUTO-RESET Recurring checklists reset automatically on schedule. Complete your "Leaving home" checklist today — it's fresh and ready tomorrow morning. No manual reset needed. SESSION HISTORY Every completed session is logged with timestamps, duration, and AI verification results. Look back at any day and see exactly what was checked, when, and how it was verified. 8 TEMPLATES TO START FAST • Leaving home • Morning routine • Grocery list • Packing for trip • End of work day • Gym bag • Closing up shop • Kids school prep Or start from scratch with your own. MORE FEATURES • Custom emoji icons for every checklist • Copy items between checklists • Drag to reorder checklists and items • Archive and restore completed checklists • Dark mode and light mode • Export and import your data as a backup • Meet Chekko, your AI verification assistant FREE VS PRO checkl is free with 2 checklists, unlimited items, all schedule types, and session history. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited checklists, AI visual verification, and session analytics & stats. Pro: $3.99/month or $27.99/year (save 42%). Includes a 7-day free trial. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Privacy first. Your checklists stay on your device. No account required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://checkl.app/#privacy

About

Ishi

This app helps individuals with ADHD overcome executive dysfunction and paralysis. It breaks down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps, offers energy-level tailored support, and provides reset modes to reduce friction and overwhelm.

Highlights
  • Break down overwhelming tasks
  • Energy-level tailored help
  • Mind and space reset modes
  • Flexible task completion options
  • Celebrate small wins
  • Designed for ADHD brains
Features
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Stuck on the couch? Frozen in front of a task you keep avoiding? Ishi turns "I can't start" into one small next step you can do right now. Ishi is an AI planner for adults with ADHD and executive dysfunction. No complicated setup, no giant to-do list staring back at you. Just tell Ishi what is going on, and Peb, the small green pebble, helps you take the next step. I'M STUCK • Type what you're stuck on: can't get out of bed, can't stop scrolling, the email you've avoided for a week • Pick your energy level: low, medium or high • Get one small, doable step at a time • Not right for you? Tap "show a different step" PLAN MY DAY • Brain dump everything on your mind in one place • Add fixed commitments like appointments and meetings • AI orders your day with time estimates that fit around them • Drag to reorder when plans change TOO MUCH RIGHT NOW • A short chat for moments when everything feels like too much • Sorts out what matters and hands you to breathing, planning or a task breakdown • Includes a safety screen that points you to crisis resources when needed TAKE A BREATH • A 60-second guided breathing exercise to reset before you start STAY MOTIVATED • Earn achievements as you finish steps • Your progress is saved, so you can pick up where you left off WHY PEOPLE WITH ADHD USE ISHI • Beats task paralysis by shrinking the first step • Matches steps to the energy you actually have today • Cuts overwhelm and decision fatigue • Works for chores, errands, emails, admin and everyday life PRICING Try every feature free with 3 uses each. Then unlock unlimited use with Premium: • Yearly: $19.99 with a 7-day free trial • Monthly: $3.99 • Lifetime: $39.99 one-time purchase Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ishi-app.umhdigital.com/privacy.php Ishi is a self-help planning tool. It is not medical care and is not a substitute for professional help. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 in the US or contact your local emergency services.

Screenshots

Checkl3 screens
Ishi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Checkl at 15.1 against Ishi's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Checkl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Ishi sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Checkl versus Ishi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChecklIshi
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael SafovichJacob Hendrik Huisman

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Checkl

Subscriptions2
  • Checkl Pro Plan - Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Checkl Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$27.991 Year
3 purchases

Ishi

Subscriptions2
  • Ishi Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Ishi Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Ishi Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is Checkl free?
Checkl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ishi free?
Ishi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Checkl or Ishi have ads?
Neither Checkl nor Ishi shows ads.

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