Best Basic List App

0+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 0+ basic list app on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Basic List App (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1BasicList: Groceries & MealsBasicList: Groceries & MealsFree5.0★ (4)NoNoMay 2026
2Simple List AppSimple List AppFree4.7★ (395)YesYesAug 2026
3Grocery List with SyncGrocery List with SyncFree4.7★ (24K)YesYesAug 2026
4Basic ChecklistBasic ChecklistFree4.2★ (21)NoNoMay 2026
5Simple Grocery ListSimple Grocery ListFree4.2★ (363)NoYesAug 2026
6AnyList: Grocery Shopping ListAnyList: Grocery Shopping ListFree4.9★ (80K)NoYesAug 2026
7List!List!$1.994.8★ (242)NoNoJun 2026
8Shopping List - Grocery & TodoShopping List - Grocery & TodoFree4.8★ (29K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Basic List App

Simple List App#2

Simple List App by Peter Rule

Easy To Use Simple List
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(395 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Extremely simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Great for shopping lists
  • 👍 Helpful for organization
  • 👍 Color coding for categories

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Cannot create multiple distinct lists (workaround suggested)
  • 🐛 Checked off items disappear/not easily visible
  • 🐛 Difficulty reordering items
Grocery List with Sync#3

Grocery List with Sync by Buzzworthy Vibe Co.

Shopping List | Buy Me a Pie!
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(24K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Organize your shopping with smart lists that sync across devices. Save time and money by avoiding impulse buys and forgotten items. Features include smart grouping, voice input, and real-time updates for shared lists.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient for family/shared shopping
  • 👍 Helpful for remembering items
  • 👍 Useful app for grocery shopping

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync issues between devices
  • 🐛 Bugs after recent updates
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

More Basic List App apps to explore

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Basic Checklist
Basic Checklist
Basic Checklist
by Derek Carter
Free

Create unlimited checklists for groceries, to-dos, or any organizational need. This free, ad-free app helps you stay organized and track accomplishments by crossing items off your lists.

Unlimited checklist creationAd-free experienceGrocery list organizer
📊 Productivity
(21)
free
5
Simple Grocery List
Simple Grocery List
Simple Grocery List
by Route 1 Software
Free

This app offers a straightforward way to manage your grocery needs without unnecessary features. It provides a simple, user-friendly interface for creating, organizing, and sharing shopping lists, making grocery trips more efficient.

Create and manage grocery listsSuggests frequently used itemsIncludes common grocery item suggestions
📊 Productivity
(363)
free with in-app purchases
6
AnyList: Grocery Shopping List
AnyList: Grocery Shopping List
AnyList: Grocery Shopping List
Recipe Keeper & Meal Planner
Free

This app simplifies grocery shopping and meal planning by offering a shared, synchronized shopping list and a centralized recipe organizer. Easily import recipes, plan meals for the week, and generate shopping lists with smart categorization and item details.

Shared grocery listsReal-time item syncingRecipe import from web
📊 Productivity
(80K)
free with in-app purchases
7
List!
List!
List!
by Secret Society Software
$1.99

Manage your tasks and projects with an advanced list application. Organize items with notes, priorities, and due dates, and utilize powerful sorting and export options. A free lite version is available for trial.

Multiple nested listsNotes, priorities, and due datesRepeating due dates
📊 Productivity
(242)
paid
8
Shopping List - Grocery & Todo
Shopping List - Grocery & Todo
Shopping List - Grocery & Todo
Quick notes & handy checklists
Free

Organize your shopping and to-do lists efficiently on a single screen. Features include one-tap entry, automatic saving, and easy sharing. Perfect for managing errands and daily tasks.

Single screen task managementWidgetsOne-tap task entry
🛍️ Shopping
(29K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Do.List: To Do List Organizer
Do.List: To Do List Organizer
Do.List: To Do List Organizer
To dos, errands, organization
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Organize your daily tasks and life with three main lists: Today, Tomorrow, and Later. Utilize "Life Lists" for groceries, reminders, books to read, and more. This app focuses on simplicity and personal organization without ads or accounts.

Today, Tomorrow, Later listsCustomizable "Life Lists"Drag and drop prioritization
📊 Productivity
(2.4K)
free
10
To Do List Widget
To Do List Widget
To Do List Widget
Daily Checklist & Reminder
Free

Organize your daily tasks with a customizable checklist that lives directly on your Home Screen. Create unlimited lists, edit them on the go, and personalize the appearance with various color and font options. Get started in three simple steps to manage your to-dos efficiently.

Unlimited to-do listsEdit lists directly from Home ScreenCustomizable colors and font size
💼 Business
(14K)
freemium
11
ListMonger
ListMonger
ListMonger
Basic List-Making, On Steroids
$0.99

This app offers powerful and flexible list-making capabilities with features like nested sublists, customizable sorting, and easy item placement. It allows users to manage various types of lists efficiently, replacing traditional paper methods with a digital solution.

Nested sublistsSort on any fieldAdd items at any position
📊 Productivity
(29)
free
12
Paperless: Lists + Checklists
Paperless: Lists + Checklists
Paperless: Lists + Checklists
by James Rhoades
$2.99

Create and organize any type of list with this beautifully designed, simple, yet powerful application. Customize your lists with icons and themes, and easily share them via email or text. Sync your data across devices for seamless access.

Create any type of listCustomizable icons and themesChecklist or regular list format
📊 Productivity
(487)
free with in-app purchases
13
List Maker ◎
List Maker ◎
List Maker ◎
Grocery, Shopping, To Do
Free

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 instantlyOffline accessColor-coded prioritization
📊 Productivity
(6.8K)
subscription
14
Grocery List ◎
Grocery List ◎
Grocery List ◎
Shopping & Groceries
Free

Easily create and manage shopping lists with real-time collaboration. Suggest items from various categories, sync across devices, and organize with custom categories and emojis.

Share and collaborate on lists in real-timePick suggested items from categoriesSync lists across iOS devices with iCloud
🛍️ Shopping
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Smart Tasks - Lists Made Easy
Smart Tasks - Lists Made Easy
Smart Tasks - Lists Made Easy
Color-code To-Do List & Widget
Free

This app helps you organize tasks, reminders, and daily checklists with a clean, interactive layout. Plan your week, manage deadlines, and stay productive with features like color-coding, widgets, and Apple device integration.

Color-coded task organizationWeekly planner viewHome screen widgets
📊 Productivity
(4.5K)
freemium
16
Grocery Gadget
Grocery Gadget
Grocery Gadget
Family Shared Shopping List
Free

Organize your groceries with a powerful yet simple shared list. Save time and money by reusing lists, syncing with family, and efficiently navigating the supermarket. Features include barcode scanning, item arrangement, and price comparison across stores.

Shared shopping lists with syncBarcode scanning for itemsOrganize items by location
📊 Productivity
(3.6K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Grocery - Smart Shopping List
Grocery - Smart Shopping List
Grocery - Smart Shopping List
Plan, shop, cook, repeat
Free

This app streamlines grocery shopping by organizing lists, allowing for easy item addition via Siri and recipes, and offering smart sorting based on shopping habits. It also features inventory tracking and multi-store support for a more efficient shopping experience.

Share lists with partners via iCloudApple Watch integration for fast checkingCreate recipes for quick ingredient addition
📊 Productivity
(4.7K)
free with in-app purchases
18
MyList - Shopping & Check List
MyList - Shopping & Check List
MyList - Shopping & Check List
Lists for any purpose
Free

Organize any type of list, from groceries to to-dos, with a fun and easy interface. Add details like pricing and quantity, and share lists with others. Upgrade for advanced features like cloud backup and custom backgrounds.

Create lists with categoriesEasy to use interfaceQuick item selection and deletion
📊 Productivity
(505)
free with in-app purchases
19
24me: Calendar・Planner & To Do
24me: Calendar・Planner & To Do
24me: Calendar・Planner & To Do
Reminders, Schedule, Organizer
Free

This app acts as a smart personal assistant, consolidating your calendar, to-do lists, notes, and personal accounts into one unified platform. It streamlines daily management with features like voice commands, smart reminders, and email-to-task conversion, helping you stay organized and productive.

Unified calendar and plannerSmart task manager and to-do listSimple notes and lists
📊 Productivity
(6.8K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Make-A-List
Make-A-List
Make-A-List
by Garbek Inc.
Free

Create and manage an unlimited number of lists, notes, and reminders. Share lists with others, sort items, and utilize voice-to-text functionality. Enjoy offline access and customizable themes for a personalized experience.

Unlimited lists and notesVoice to text inputList sharing
📊 Productivity
(131)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Basic List App

What is the best basic list app for iPhone?
BasicList: Groceries & Meals tops our basic list app ranking as of July 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 4 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top basic list app we rank are free to download, including BasicList: Groceries & Meals and Simple List App.
BasicList: Groceries & Meals has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
BasicList is a free grocery list application that allows users to enter items directly or create meals with customizable ingredients to add to their shopping list. It categorizes items for efficient shopping.
BasicList automatically categorizes items into four sections: shelf, cold, frozen, and not food. This helps users organize their shopping trip efficiently.