Clear

Freemium#85 of 148 in To-Do List Apps

Clear: A fast, visual task list for people who prefer simple Apple-centered workflows. Ranked #85 of 148 in To-Do List Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for minimalist gesture-based Apple task lists.

3.0/10★★☆☆☆Editor score

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At a glance

• Editor score
  3.0 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan
• Best for
  Minimalist gesture-based Apple task lists
• Free plan
  Yes
• Recurring tasks
  Yes
• Facts checked
  22 Sep 2026

• Where it wins

  • Fast swipe gestures cover creation, completion, deletion, reordering, and undo.
  • Reminders, deadlines, repeating tasks, shared lists, and real-time collaboration.
  • Widgets, Apple Watch access, Spotlight search, iCloud backup, and themes.

• Where it doesn't

  • Its documented platform set centers on iOS, macOS, and web.
  • The product focuses on simple lists rather than deeper task hierarchy.
  • Clear Web sync is labeled as beta in the official guide.

Our verdict on Clear

Clear is a gesture-driven to-do list and reminders app for people who want simple, visual task management. Its core interactions use swipes for creating, completing, deleting, reordering, and undoing tasks, while reminders, deadlines, and repeating tasks cover everyday planning. Shared lists add real-time collaboration, and personalization includes themes, icons, fonts, sounds, and haptics. It is primarily suited to Apple-focused users who want a quick list experience across iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and web access.

The product’s strongest distinction is its focused interaction model and Apple ecosystem fit. Home and Lock Screen widgets keep lists accessible, the Apple Watch app supports wrist-based access, and Spotlight search connects tasks with Apple’s search experience. iCloud backup is documented alongside optional Clear Cloud sync, while shared lists support collaborative use. These features make Clear a practical choice for personal errands, recurring reminders, and lightweight shared lists rather than complex project planning.

Clear follows a freemium model. The free experience provides the core list workflow, while Clear Pro adds Pro features and personalization. Legacy users have separate Legacy Clear Pro Monthly and Legacy Clear Pro Annual plans, both described as Clear Pro for legacy users. The official guide labels Clear Web sync as beta, so users who depend on web access should account for that status. Choose Clear for fast, visual task handling and Apple integration; choose a more structured task manager if you need deeper hierarchy or broader platform coverage.

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Clear integrations

Clear lists 3 integrations on its own site.

• iCloud
• Spotlight
• Apple Watch

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• TodoistA complete task manager with broad platform coverage, recurring tasks, and team workspaces.9.2
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• Microsoft To DoA capable free choice for daily planning, shared lists, and Microsoft-connected task management.8.8

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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