CheckYourList
Productivity
checklists and routines
SHOW HN2021
282points
200comments
#125of 2,533 in 2021
Top 5%of 2021 by points
How HN took it
MixedNo clear lean
32 positive, 16 neutral or asking, 8 mixed, 13 critical, out of 69 comments about the project. Thread score +0.24.
Idea: 17 for, 3 againstExecution: 2 for, 8 againstPrivacy: 3 for, 1 againstDesign: 3 for, 0 againstPricing: 1 for, 0 against
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What HN said
What people liked
Fills a gap: repeatable checklists that reset, unlike other apps
From 2 comments
The concept looks similar to that of the various "streaks" apps. The idea of these apps is, that you create a repeating task and check it off regularly. If you do, you keep your…
weinzierl on HNWhat's the difference between this and other todo list apps?
kar5pt on HN
Useful for packing lists and routines
From 1 comment
This could also be useful for packing lists. I often want to make sure that I packed everything for different scenarios, but without marking items as permanently done
nicbou on HN
Objections
Dark mode with increased contrast shows white text on white background
From 2 comments
I’m excited to try this! First feedback after installing: I don’t think the app integrates properly with iOS “dark mode” theme; I am finding some text entry boxes show a white…
tomr_stargazer on HNI've been able to replicate the issue now, basically, if you have dark mode on and increased contrast on under "Accessibility" > "display and text size" you end up with white…
Swalden123 on HN
Privacy policy is generic and lacks GDPR section
From 1 comment
The app looks great and would be a daily lifesaver for me if it wasn't for the privacy policy. The policy reads quite generic and lacks a section for GDPR compliance, which is a…
ahmedmusaad on HN
ADHD framing may narrow target market
From 1 comment
Kind of silly, but the association to ADHD makes me feel like I need to have the disorder to make the most use of this app. Maybe pull back a bit on that part of the marketing?…
TameAntelope on HN
iPad support is incomplete and no Android version
From 2 comments
Its definitely the best resource out there! Just a heads up re iPad, some people have been reporting issues with the iPad version. I'll be working on the iPad compatibility soon…
Swalden123 on HNThanks for letting me know. I have not done any testing on iPads yet. I actually didn't mean to allow the app to be installed on iPads yet as I haven't had time to work on…
Swalden123 on HN
Requests
Auto-uncheck settings per checklist
From 2 comments
So what you need is an option to have checklists that auto uncheck? I'm currently planning on having a settings that is individual to each Checklist you can set that determines…
Swalden123 on HNJust saw your edit. Is it because you need the list to stay checked so you can make sure you have completed it before day end? This behaviour is one of the challenges I need to…
Swalden123 on HN
Notifications showing next checklist item
From 1 comment
As a person with ADD: this is a great idea. One thought: it would be cool if it could show the next item on your checklist on your phone's lock screen (or as a notification) to…
jasonhansel on HN
Android or web version
From 2 comments
Aww man, I've got an Android phone. Anyone know of any alternatives for Android? I'm currently using TickTick, but daily or activity based repeatable tasks isn't its focus. I was…
pgn674 on HN"I felt overwhelmed and would take ages to leave the house" I identify with this so strongly and my friends and family have commented on it as well... Unfortunately I don't have…
adge on HN
Ability to edit items and rename lists
From 2 comments
Just saw your edit. Is it because you need the list to stay checked so you can make sure you have completed it before day end? This behaviour is one of the challenges I need to…
Swalden123 on HNYou can rename existing lists by tapping edit on the top left and then tapping the name :) Renaming items is coming soon.
Swalden123 on HN
Shareable checklist presets or community
From 1 comment
Sharing checklists/presets/a checklist community is definitely something I am considering :) I'm going to make an update soon to make the entire item tappable.
Swalden123 on HN
Questions
Why it requires iOS 14.1 or later
From 1 comment
What is the reason it requires iOS 14.1 or later? I run an old version for iOS and would love this. I make repeatable checklists for everything and I feel like this could really…
Rainymood on HN
How data is stored and private
From 1 comment
Hi! Basically the data is stored in iCloud in the same way your Apple reminders and notes are. I never have access to the data as it is stored on your local device and Apples…
Swalden123 on HN
Alternatives named
Habit and streak apps
From 1 comment
The concept looks similar to that of the various "streaks" apps. The idea of these apps is, that you create a repeating task and check it off regularly. If you do, you keep your…
weinzierl on HN
TickTick
From 1 comment
Aww man, I've got an Android phone. Anyone know of any alternatives for Android? I'm currently using TickTick, but daily or activity based repeatable tasks isn't its focus. I was…
pgn674 on HN
Process Street
From 1 comment
I don't think I ever got around to trying process street, their focus on teams put me off a bit. Finishing it was quite the challenge :P I've spent the last 10 years getting a…
Swalden123 on HN
Workflowy
From 1 comment
I agree on needing the whole row tappable, its been recurring feedback I've been getting so I will get that happening! I used to use workflowly, it was great :) I never could…
Swalden123 on HN
Apple Reminders
From 1 comment
Hi Guys, I'm Spencer and recently built CheckYourList to help with my ADHD. The app lets you create repeatable checklists. It's great for packing lists, daily routines, cleaning…
Swalden123 on HN