# Simple Lists + vs Simple List App

The clearest difference is rating: Simple List App at 4.7 against Simple Lists +'s 4.1. Simple List App also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 69%) and ratings volume (396 vs 14). Simple Lists +'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple List App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Simple Lists + asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple List App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple List App has 396 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Simple Lists +'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Simple List App's.

Simple Lists + ships an update every 3 weeks, Simple List App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Lists + | Simple List App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-lists-plus/id959808888/reviews) | **[4.7 (396 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-app/id1348383972/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **396** |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | **87.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Keaka Jackson](https://appshunter.io/developer/285864942) | [Peter Rule](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209080654) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Lists +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-lists-plus/id959808888)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple List App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-list-app/id1348383972)

Organize your items with a clean, single-screen list. Assign colors to your entries for quick visual identification. This app is designed for speed and simplicity, perfect for managing any type of list without complex navigation.

**Highlights:** Single screen design, Color-coded items, Quick and easy use, Item organization, No folders

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advert Free Usage. | $0.49 | per month |
| Advert Free Usage. | $5.99 | per year |
| Advert Free Usage | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Extremely simple and easy to use
- 👍 Great for shopping lists
- 👍 Helpful for organization
- 👍 Color coding for categories
- 👍 Items automatically alphabetized

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot create multiple distinct lists (workaround suggested)
- 🐛 Checked off items disappear/not easily visible
- 🐛 Difficulty reordering items
- 🐛 Colors could be bolder
- 🐛 Not fully accessible for visually impaired

**Reported bugs**

- Checked off items no longer go to the top
- Items become unchecked and stay in place after being selected

**Requested features**

- Ability to save or move lists
- Way to see/restore checked off items
- Bolder colors
- Rearrange items by pressing and holding
- Better help function


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Lists + free?

Simple Lists + is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simple List App free?

Simple List App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Lists + or Simple List App?

Simple List App is rated higher. Simple Lists + averages 4.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Simple List App averages 4.7 from 396 ratings.

### Do Simple Lists + or Simple List App have ads?

Simple List App shows ads; Simple Lists + does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Lists + or Simple List App?

Simple Lists + ships an update every 3 weeks, and Simple List App every 2 months. Most recently, Simple Lists + was updated on October 1, 2026 and Simple List App on October 12, 2026.

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