# Active Checklist vs SimpleLists

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SimpleLists at 100% against Active Checklist's 33%. SimpleLists also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 11 months). Active Checklist's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Active Checklist sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SimpleLists sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SimpleLists holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Active Checklist's written reviews are positive against 100% of SimpleLists's.

Active Checklist ships an update every 11 months, SimpleLists every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Active Checklist | SimpleLists |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/active-checklist/id890916334/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelists-checklists/id6711347262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 61 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SkyCharts LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/300623345) | [Joe Edwards](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770032816) |

## What reviewers say

### Active Checklist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/active-checklist/id890916334)

This automated checklist app for pilots dynamically displays the correct checklist based on the current phase of flight. It tracks landings, includes timers, a notepad, and offers pre-loaded checklists for popular aircraft, with the ability to create custom ones. It also supports flight simulation interfaces.

**Highlights:** Automated phase-of-flight checklist display, Customizable checklist creation, Landing and flight time tracking, Integrated notepad for ATIS/clearances, Pre-loaded checklists for Cessna 172 and Piper PA-28, X-Plane flight simulator interface, Flight path tracking and download

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Allow unzipping of user checklists | $9.99 | one-time |


### SimpleLists

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelists-checklists/id6711347262)

Create and manage reusable checklists with an intuitive interface. This app offers cloud syncing for access across devices, helping you stay organized effortlessly for various personal and professional tasks.

**Highlights:** Reusable checklists, User-friendly interface, Cloud syncing, Customizable lists, Task management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.00 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.00 | per year |
| Mini tip | $1.00 | one-time |
| Plus tip | $3.00 | one-time |
| Pro tip | $5.00 | one-time |
| Max tip | $10.00 | one-time |
| Ultra tip | $15.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Active Checklist free?

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

### Is SimpleLists free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Active Checklist or SimpleLists?

SimpleLists is rated higher. Active Checklist averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while SimpleLists averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Active Checklist or SimpleLists have ads?

SimpleLists shows ads; Active Checklist does not.

### Which is updated more often, Active Checklist or SimpleLists?

Active Checklist ships an update every 11 months, and SimpleLists every 2 months. Most recently, Active Checklist was updated on September 19, 2026 and SimpleLists on September 18, 2026.

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