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Handy List vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Handy List's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Handy List
This App
List ◎
Nemesis
Chillio Cleaning App
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KNOW Mobile
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Amazing Marvin - On the Go
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Cat Calendar：Schedule Planner
Peer
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Solid Calendar
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ShiftCal: Shift Schedule Maker
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Core Identity
DeveloperAnthony DunkDiego de Paz SierraMd Milon HossainKnowcross LtdAdylitica, Inc.Amazing GmbHNicole CatJatisari Inovasi StudioSolid Apps S.R.L.nguyen thanh
CategoryProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivityProductivity
PlatformAndroidiOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOSAndroidiOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating3.6 / 54.6 / 53.4 / 52.8 / 54.0 / 54.0 / 54.7 / 54.6 / 54.9 / 55.0 / 5
Ratings Count1044,829418661191054621148
PriceFreeFree$9.99Free$4.99Free$0.49Free$4.99Free
Release DateMar 29, 2015Jun 13, 2018Mar 17, 2026Jul 13, 2015Feb 21, 2011Jan 8, 2018Nov 16, 2023May 18, 2022Aug 21, 2023Dec 4, 2024
Last UpdatedSep 10, 2025May 2, 2024May 13, 2026Oct 6, 2025Nov 1, 2021Nov 25, 2024Apr 13, 2026Apr 6, 2026Dec 3, 2025Apr 19, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentmixedpositive--mixedmixed----
Score50/10085/100--65/10045/100----
Praises-
  • Ease of use and time-saving templates
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  • Simple, low-pressure interface
  • Highly customizable strategy features allow users to build a unique productivity system that fits their specific cognitive needs
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Complaints-
  • Lack of collaborative sharing and customization
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  • Lack of modern synchronization
  • Rigid scheduling constraint
  • Frequent application crashes and synchronization failures post-update render the mobile experience unreliable for daily task management
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Requests-----
  • Native tablet support with landscape orientation and keyboard optimization to improve productivity for power users
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Offline-first architecture removes account-creation friction
  • No-sign-up requirement ensures high initial user trust
  • Template-driven entry reduces friction for new users
  • iCloud sync creates a low-effort cross-device habit
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  • Enterprise-grade multi-property operational data
  • Specialized hotel-specific maintenance workflows
  • Predictive labor scheduling integration
  • Opinionated procrastination-friendly workflow reduces cognitive load
  • Virtual notebook aesthetic creates a distinct brand identity
  • Behavioral-psychology framework enables high-customization switching costs
  • Cross-platform sync creates a unified system for professional and personal tasks
  • Feline-themed gamification creates a unique emotional hook for casual users
  • Minimalist UX reduces friction for non-professional productivity needs
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Weaknesses
  • 3.6-star rating indicates feature stagnation
  • No cloud-sync functionality limits multi-device utility
  • Lack of collaborative sharing limits utility for households
  • Free-only model misses monetization of power users
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  • 2.75 iOS rating indicates stability issues
  • Lack of native cross-device sync
  • Dated UI/UX compared to consumer productivity apps
  • Premium tier at $4.99 above category median
  • No major feature updates since 2021
  • Lack of modern cloud-sync parity
  • Mobile build lacks advanced scheduling features found on desktop
  • 0.02★ rating gap between iOS and Android platforms
  • Steep learning curve for new users
  • One-time $0.49 purchase model limits recurring revenue for development
  • Lack of cloud-sync capabilities compared to professional-grade competitors
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Pricingfreefreepaidpaidpaidsubscriptionpaidfreepaidfree
Momentum-ZombieIntenseMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceMaintenance-Steady-
Update Cadence-1 versions5 versions5 versions1 versions2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~1d avg1 versions-5 versions-

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