SimpList vs List Maker ◎
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpList
Easily create and manage various types of lists, from groceries to events. Add items quickly with voice input and share them with others for seamless organization. Works offline and syncs across devices.
- Fast item addition
- Voice input for lists
- Multiple list creation
- List sharing and syncing
- Offline functionality
- Clean and simple interface
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SimpList is designed to get out of your way—so you can add items fast, stay organized, and get on with your day. Create lists for groceries, errands, packing, events, or anything else. Add items by voice when your hands are full. Share lists with family so everyone stays on the same page. Why You’ll Love SimpList • Fast to use — add items in seconds • Voice input — speak to add while on the go • Multiple lists — stay organized for any occasion • Clean and simple — no clutter, no learning curve • Quantities and details — add amounts when needed • Share lists — auto-sync across your devices • Works offline — even in stores with no signal • iCloud sync — private, secure, and seamless Perfect For • Grocery shopping • Target or Costco runs • Meal prep & weekly planning • Party & event planning • Travel packing lists • Chore lists & everyday reminders SimpList is Designed For: People who want things simple Families that share responsibilities Anyone who hates over-complicated apps Get your list done — the simple way.
List Maker ◎
Create and share lists for groceries, to-dos, and chores. This app is designed for families to collaborate and manage tasks efficiently, even offline. Its intuitive interface and sharing features make it a practical tool for everyday organization.
- Share lists instantly
- Offline access
- Color-coded prioritization
- Drag and drop item management
- Family collaboration
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Introducing List Maker, the app for making lists and sharing them with people. Sharing is at the heart of what we do. Whether it's a grocery list, keeping track of the daily to-do list, or letting your kids manage their own chores, List Maker is the app your whole family will actually use. “It's easier than pencil and paper and I love the trendy design of the chalkboard! I recently used it with my husband to check our spring break packing checklist. It's also a lifeline in the grocery store. - Kerri (a real user and mom) DESIGNED FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY • Super moms who handle all the daily details • Men who want to be good husbands and follow the honey do list • Children who want to take charge of their own to-do lists • Families who want to work * together * to get things done! LIST FEATURES • Share lists with a single click, watch lists update instantly on an unlimited number of devices • Use colored chalk to prioritize, group or personalize your lists • Drag and drop items, tap to edit, insert items in the middle of a list. Effortless and simple. • Be productive anywhere, even offline SUBSCRIPTIONS List Maker is a Premium product and a subscription is required to use the app. When you subscribe to the List Maker Premium service, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the time you confirm your purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Prices and currencies may vary from country to country depending on exchange rates. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. List Maker Privacy Policy and Terms of Service: https://www.listmakerapp.com/privacy https://www.listmakerapp.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: SimpList at free with in-app purchases against List Maker ◎'s subscription. List Maker ◎'s advantage is ratings volume (8K vs 9) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. SimpList sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and List Maker ◎ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SimpList holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: List Maker ◎ has 8K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of SimpList's written reviews are positive against 76% of List Maker ◎'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpList | List Maker ◎ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | 4.8 (8K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | 76.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 8K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 95 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Megha Gulati | AP Studio, LLC |
Customer experience
SimpList
List Maker ◎
Bugs and requests
SimpList
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
List Maker ◎
Reported bugs
3 issues- Lists disappearing or duplicating
- Syncing issues across devices
- Trouble resetting passwords
Requested features
4 requests- More customization options
- Ability to create unlimited lists
- Integration with other apps and services
- Improved sharing and collaboration features
In-app purchases
SimpList
- Small tip$1.99
- Support Simplist$2.99
- Extra Support$5.99
List Maker ◎
- Early Adopter Premium (legacy)$4.991 Year
- Monthly14 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly$19.991 Year
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- Yearly14 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Yearly$29.991 Year
- Yearly Family14 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Yearly14 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Yearly Family14 Days trial$69.991 Year
Questions
Is SimpList free?
Is List Maker ◎ free?
Which has better reviews, SimpList or List Maker ◎?
Do SimpList or List Maker ◎ have ads?
Which is updated more often, SimpList or List Maker ◎?
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