Comparison

SimpList vs Simple Lists +

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Fast item addition
  • Voice input for lists
  • Multiple list creation
  • List sharing and syncing
  • Offline functionality
  • Clean and simple interface
Features
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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.

About

Simple Lists +

Easily manage grocery, shopping, to-do, and packing lists with a clean interface. Features seamless syncing with Apple Watch, voice dictation for adding items, and quick completion options. Ideal for getting tasks done without complex features.

Highlights
  • Unlimited lists
  • Share lists via text or email
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Voice dictation for list creation and item addition
  • Quickly add previous items
  • Completed items removed automatically
Features
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Simple, easy-to-use design helps you keep track of your grocery lists, shopping lists, checklists, packing lists, to-do lists, and more. Tap items off your shopping list on your wrist and leave your iPhone in your pocket. Free for a limited time to celebrate the Apple Watch! iPhone & Apple Watch Features: + Quickly add previous items back to the active list. + Unlimited lists. + Share lists by text or email. + Multi-line item names. + No advertisements. + Completed items are immediately removed from the active list. You don't need to tap another button, swipe up, shake the phone, or jump through hoops to clear finished items. Apple Watch Features: + Add items using voice dictation. + Quickly add multiple items by saying "comma" between items. For example, say "Bread comma butter comma milk" to quickly add separate items for "Bread", "Butter", and "Milk". + Create new lists using voice dictation. + Immediate updates between your iPhone and Apple Watch. **Pro tip**: Set your Apple Watch to resume the previous activity whenever you raise your wrist. This way, your list is immediately ready for you while you're shopping. 1. Open the "Apple Watch" companion app on your iPhone. 2. In the "My Watch" tab, go to "General" -> "Activate on Wrist Raise" -> "Resume Previous Activity". Don't waste time fiddling with list priorities, categories, or deadlines. With Simple Lists, you can just get things done!

Screenshots

SimpList4 screens
Simple Lists +2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SimpList at 5.0 against Simple Lists +'s 4.1. Simple Lists +'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (14 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. SimpList sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Lists + asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SimpList holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Lists + has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of SimpList's written reviews are positive against 69% of Simple Lists +'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpList ships an update monthly, Simple Lists + every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SimpList versus Simple Lists +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpListSimple Lists +
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better68.8% of reviews
Number of ratings214 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.68.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB1 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMegha GulatiKeaka Jackson

Customer experience

SimpList

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral6.3%
Negative18.8%

Simple Lists +

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative31.3%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SimpList

One-time3
  • Small tip$1.99
  • Support Simplist$2.99
  • Extra Support$5.99
None

Simple Lists +

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SimpList free?
SimpList is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Lists + free?
Simple Lists + is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SimpList or Simple Lists +?
SimpList is rated higher. SimpList averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Simple Lists + averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.
Do SimpList or Simple Lists + have ads?
Neither SimpList nor Simple Lists + shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpList or Simple Lists +?
SimpList ships an update monthly, and Simple Lists + every 3 weeks. Most recently, SimpList was updated on October 15, 2026 and Simple Lists + on October 17, 2026.

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