# Things 3 vs Dumbify

The clearest difference is rating: Things 3 at 4.8 against Dumbify's 3.0. Things 3 also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 46%) and ratings volume (28K vs 207). Dumbify's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $9.99) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Things 3 costs $9.99 and Dumbify $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Things 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Things 3 has 28K ratings behind it against 207, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Things 3's written reviews are positive against 46% of Dumbify's.

Things 3 ships an update fortnightly, Dumbify every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Things 3 | Dumbify |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/things-3/id904237743/reviews)** | [3.0 (207 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dumbify/id6480082872/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 207 |
| Positive reviews | **76.3% of reviews** | 46.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | #63 |
| Size | 118 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cultured Code GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/284971784) | [AB Apps Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738125989) |

## What reviewers say

### Things 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/things-3/id904237743)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Paid · Productivity, #63 Top Paid (US App Store)

This app helps you organize your life by planning your day, managing projects, and tracking progress toward your goals. It offers a clean interface to manage tasks, projects, and life areas, making it easy to focus on what matters.

**Highlights:** To-Do management, Project organization, Area categorization, Daily planning, Reminders and repeaters, Calendar integration, Share extension

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and fast
- 👍 Elegant and intuitive design
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Powerful organization features
- 🗓️ Great calendar integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive for multiple devices
- 🌐 Lack of web/Windows app
- 🔀 Difficulty with task reordering
- 🔔 Lacking persistent notifications
- 📁 No file attachments

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues between devices
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Ability to collapse headings and projects
- Location-based reminders
- Two-way calendar sync
- Shared task lists
- Customizable alert sounds


### Dumbify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dumbify/id6480082872)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This minimalist launcher for iPhone declutters your home screen to help reduce screen time. It allows you to select and display only your most important apps in a clean, text-based interface, reclaiming your time and simplifying your digital life.

**Highlights:** Minimalist home screen launcher, Reduces screen time, Customizable app selection, Clean, text-based interface, Supports dark and light mode

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Minimalist and clean interface
- 👍 Helps reduce phone usage and distractions
- 💡 Clever use of widgets and shortcuts
- 🔒 No subscription required, one-time purchase

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent app launching experience with shortcuts
- 🔋 Battery drain due to constant shortcuts usage
- 🔍 Limited app integration and customization options
- 🤔 Confusing setup process for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with widget not displaying app list properly
- Settings app not launching to main page
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- More widget size and layout options
- Ability to customize background and font styles
- Seamless app launching without shortcuts
- Integration with more popular apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Things 3 free?

Things 3 costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dumbify free?

Dumbify costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Things 3 or Dumbify?

Things 3 is rated higher. Things 3 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Dumbify averages 3.0 from 207 ratings.

### Do Things 3 or Dumbify have ads?

Neither Things 3 nor Dumbify shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Things 3 or Dumbify?

Things 3 ships an update fortnightly, and Dumbify every 6 days. Most recently, Things 3 was updated on September 25, 2026 and Dumbify on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Things 3 or Dumbify?

Things 3 currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and Dumbify at #63. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*