Tote
Langley, British Columbia, Canada
What it is
Tote is a shared grocery and shopping list app for Android and iOS. Additions and checked-off items sync across members’ phones in real time, and changes made offline sync when the connection returns. Lists can be shared using a link or QR code, though joining and sharing require sign-in with Apple or Google. Each list can have its own aisle order, which users can arrange to match their store. Shopping mode keeps the screen on and provides larger text, a brightness boost, and tap or swipe controls for checking items. Add prices and quantities to see a list total and a running total for items in the cart. The free plan lets you share with one other person across any number of lists. Tote+ adds unlimited collaborators, item photos, and reusable invite links. It costs $1.99 a month, $12.99 a year, or $39.99, paid once. The maker says Tote shows no ads and does not sell users’ data. Users must be at least 13 years old under the Terms of Service.
For and against
For
- List changes sync in real time
- Each list can have its own aisle order
- Offline edits sync when the connection returns
- Shopping mode offers larger text and brightness boost
Against
- Sharing requires Apple or Google sign-in
- Free plan allows one other person per list
- Users must be at least 13 years old
The verdict
Tote centers on shared shopping lists, with real-time updates, store-specific aisle ordering, and a shopping mode. Tote+ is required for unlimited collaborators, item photos, and reusable invite links.
Who it suits
Tote suits families, roommates, couples, and friends who want to coordinate shopping lists. It may also help shoppers who want aisle ordering, price totals, or offline list editing.
Plans and prices
Free
Share with one other person on any number of lists · everyday shopping
Read 8 Oct 2026 · tote.mvadigital.ca
Tote+ Monthly
Unlimited collaborators · item photos · reusable invite links
Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Tote+ Annual
Unlimited collaborators · item photos · reusable invite links
Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Tote+ Lifetime
Unlimited collaborators · item photos · reusable invite links
Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
On the record
- Age limit
- The Terms of Service require users to be at least 13 years old.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Aisle order
- Users can arrange aisles to match their store, with a separate aisle order for each list.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Data security
- The privacy policy says data is stored on North American cloud infrastructure and encrypted in transit and at rest.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Invitations and sign-in
- Lists can be shared by link or QR code, and joining or sharing requires sign-in with Apple or Google.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Live sharing
- People on a shared list see additions and checked-off items sync across their phones in real time.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- No ads and data sales
- The maker says Tote shows no ads and does not sell users’ data.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Offline use
- Users can add and check off items offline, and Tote syncs the changes when the connection returns.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Prices and budget
- Users can add item prices and quantities to see a list total and a running total for items in their cart.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy details
- The privacy policy says Tote collects account and list data, derives city-level approximate location from IP addresses, and does not collect GPS or precise location data.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Tote is a shared grocery and shopping list app for families, roommates, couples, and friends.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Shopping mode
- Shopping mode keeps the screen on and offers larger text, brightness boost, and tap or swipe controls for checking items.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker lists [email protected] as its contact for questions and feedback.play.google.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Tote+ features
- Tote+ adds unlimited collaborators, item photos, and reusable invite links.tote.mvadigital.ca · read 8 Oct 2026
