Best Paid Apps - According to MacRumor's Regulars

[Gokunama]

We have a best free apps thread, which should be stickied given the thread starters efforts, an excellent thread. We should also have a best paid apps thread. I'll categorize them according to app store categories, link each app to the app store, and rank apps in order of mentions by MacRumor members. Try to concisely list the features that you like about your recommended apps (Your recommended apps will not be listed if no reasons are given, since part of the purpose of this thread is to help people looking for a particular kind of app decide what app to get).

Productivity
Things - a popular to do app, syncs to a desktop counterpart via LAN.

Pocket Informant - Schedule and task app. Multiple calendar views, timebars in monthview, and tasks that show up on the appointed days. Excellent developer experience and support. Syncs to Google calendar and Toodledo.

Documents To Go with Exchange attachments is proving to be a very useful app for me, allowing me to access, view and edit documents from my work Exchange email, and files synced from my MacBook using the DTG desktop app, which allows syncing of entire folders. Excel editing supposed to be coming very soon.

Air Sharing Pro - Great way to store documents and other files on the iPhone. Connect via IP Address. Can also access iDisk and print documents stored. Avatron.com (http://avatron.com/apps/air-sharing-pro/)

GoodReader - Decent and inexpensive PDF reader. Can handle large PDFs. WiFi transfer. How GoodReader Works (http://www.productiveorganizer.com/productivity/how-to-read-pdf-books-and-files-on-your-iphone-goodreader-app-review/)

Outliner - Great for lists, checklists, and brainstorming. Syncs to an online service.

Instapaper Pro - Read articles offline. Articles well formatted, and the tilt scrolling is an added bonus.

Instaviz - A learning curve to use this mindmapper/flowchart app, but the flexibility of node linking and automatic organization make it a superb app for figuring out more complex stuff.

Touch Goal - Quickly record and view whether you kept to a habit or activity.

Momo - Passcode to open this app, tags, full text search, and live URLs, phone numbers, and email addresses make this app very functional.

Readdledocs - Get docs from emails into this app.

iSaveWeb - Save webpages for offline viewing.

Utilities
Measures - Quick unit conversions, great interface.

Picture Safe - Lock pics, and organize them into folders as well as the order of pics.

Entertainment
myVideos - Download videos off various Internet sites for offline viewing.

Koi Pond - Very nice relaxing digital pond.

Social Networking
mBoxMail - Hotmail! Get all folders, and open links within the app.

Beejive IM - Instant messengar with push notifications. Supports MSN, AIM, Yahoo, Google, and Facebook. Great interface.

Tweetie - One of a a few popular Twitter apps.

Photography
Photogene - Crop, rotate, and add filters to your pics.

Photoforge - Curve tool bring out detail from shadows in pics.

Games
- Racing
Real Racing - The most realistic and best graphics racing game.

- Simulation
Let's Golf - Cartoon golf at it's finest. Lots of different locations/characters.

- Strategy
Uniwar - Turnbased online strategy wargame.

Stickwars - Recommended, but no description provided.

Galcon - Fastpaced online strategy game. A battery killer though.

- Not yet categorize games
Geared - Recommended, but no description given yet.

Business
1Password Pro - Encrypted Password to store Credit Card numbers, membership info, web logins, etc. Automatic login into sites without having to type in usernames and passwords. Syncs to desktop counterpart via LAN.

Reference
Oxford Deluxe - The entire unabridged single volumes Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus all in a beautiful and easy to use interface. Expensive, but worth it.

Wisdom - Example sentences, and kanji jump make this indispensible for anyone living in Japan or studying Japanese.

Music
Spotify - although a free app, requires a £10/month premium membership. Unlimited access to millions of artists from all 4 major record labels and a host of others. Stream music over wifi/3g/edge, seamless syncronisation of your playlists, and choose playlists to be available offline (tracks download over wifi). This is a truly awesome service and quickly replaced my iPod app - I removed all my music through iTunes sync and set it all up through spotify, no more USB syncing for me! Not available in the US yet, sorry guys. Coming later in the year I believe.

Xewton Music Studio - Keyboard app, an assortment of instruments.

Beatmaker - Beats and sound effects, a DJ sort of app.

Health and Fitness
Bodybook Fitness Journal - Great workout log. Highly customizable. Graphs are superb.

News
Newsstand is quite simply THE best Google Reader syncing RSS app I have used. Feature-rich with landscape, sharing of articles, create & edit google reader folders and subscriptions. Superb UI.

Finance
Billminder - Great app to help you keep track of bills, due dates, account numbers, and creditor contact information. Passcode protection is an option (that I use). 1$ for App, and 1$ a year for push notifications. Great interface, calander view, and icons for quick reference. Also allows for auto pay options.

[thegoldenmackid]

Things
1Password Pro

[Unspoken Demise]

Billminder. Great app to help you keep track of bills, due dates, account numbers, and creditor contact information. Passcode protection is an option (that I use). 1$ for App, and 1$ a year for push notifications. Great interface, calander view, and icons for quick reference. Also allows for auto pay options.

[MasterDev]

Don't forget StickWars

[firedogut]

you are now linked in the free thread

[Gokunama]

If you can, please try to list concisely what you find great about your recommended apps. It would be helpful to newbies to the iPhone and even Veterans like myself. Just as example, I've never tried Things, as I don't have WiFi on my computer.

[ozzyman500]

Koi Pond - Very nice relaxing digital pond.
Let's Golf - Cartoon golf at it's finest. Lots of different locations/characters.

[thegoldenmackid]

Don't forget StickWars

You just joined three days ago... You aren't a regular... :mad:

[ifixiphone4JOB]

You just joined three days ago... You aren't a regular... :mad:

@ 50.88 posts per day makes it easy to move up the ladder :eek:please tell me there is more to life :)

[CylonGlitch]

@ 50.88 posts per day makes it easy to move up the ladder :eek:please tell me there is more to life :)

Wow, that is a very impressive number, I wonder if he can keep it up. :D

[odelay]

Spotify (http://linktoapp.com/spotify) although a free app, requires a £10/month premium membership. Unlimited access to millions of artists from all 4 major record labels and a host of others. Stream music over wifi/3g/edge, seamless syncronisation of your playlists, and choose playlists to be available offline (tracks download over wifi). This is a truly awesome service and quickly replaced my iPod app - I removed all my music through iTunes sync and set it all up through spotify, no more USB syncing for me! Not available in the US yet, sorry guys. Coming later in the year I believe.

Next up, Documents To Go with Exchange attachments (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=317107309&mt=8) is proving to be a very useful app for me, allowing me to access, view and edit documents from my work Exchange email, and files synced from my MacBook using the DTG desktop app, which allows syncing of entire folders. Excel editing supposed to be coming very soon.

Lastly, Newsstand (http://linktoapp.com/newsstand) is quite simply THE best Google Reader syncing RSS app I have used. Feature-rich with landscape, sharing of articles, create & edit google reader folders and subscriptions. Superb UI.

[return7]

I'm very partial to Tweetie.

And thanks for the BillMinder <3.

[MrMoore]

Air Sharing Pro

http://avatron.com/apps/air-sharing-pro/

Great way to store documents and other files on the iPhone. Connect via IP Address. Can also access iDisk and print documents stored.
:)

[wingnut8]

You just joined three days ago... You aren't a regular... :mad:
Well, according to his user title he is! ;)

[humblepie]

Air Sharing Pro

http://avatron.com/apps/air-sharing-pro/

Great way to store documents and other files on the iPhone. Connect via IP Address. Can also access iDisk and print documents stored.
:)


this looks like a personal favorite but i will debate that GoodReader 3.1 at 99 cents actually makes a more worthwhile PDF reader than AirSharing. Just my point of view for this category of fight.

How GoodReader Works (http://www.productiveorganizer.com/productivity/how-to-read-pdf-books-and-files-on-your-iphone-goodreader-app-review/)

[stridemat]

Master Dev that is one hell of a postal count, you will overtake me in another week if you carry on like that! :p

Have any of you played Geared? By far the best app that I have ever played. For something so simple its actually very addictive. I have 4 more levels to go but I have been stuck since last week!

[Gokunama]

Great! Thanks to the contributers so far. I may add in descriptions for the two games recommended without descriptions.

I'll defintely add in a link to the Free apps thread when I figure that out.

[!Dragonfly!]

Social Networking:
IM+: (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=296246130&mt=8) Instant Messenger. Push for Twitter, Skype, Facebook, GTalk, MSN, Yahoo, etc. No cost per message, voice and text for free and save on MMS and SMS.

GPSed (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=302900457&mt=8) GPS tracking service. Track your trips in real time, attach photos to tracks and share them in Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and Blogger.

Mobiscope: Spy live cams (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=303096292&mt=8): App to stream public live cams or your own IP cams on your iPhone on iPod touch.

RDM+ (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=303097630&mt=8) Access your Mac or Windows computer and run any desktop applications remotely from your iPhone or iPod Touch.

[pagansoul]

I do have Koi Pond but it has been replaced by....Cat Piano for .99 Not only do you get cat voices as notes on a piano but you also get Grand Piano for the un-bent. There is also a free version, at least when I last looked. My brother thinks it's a total waste of money but he doesn't like cats and meow gets on his nerves. I myself, love the sound. :o It will also drive your dog crazy trying to locate the missing cat.

[ozzyman500]

ColorSplash!

I just used this and Photogene to make my new wallpaper.

What you do is take a picture of whatever you like, make it black and white and then add color to the parts you'd like and then when your done you can reverse it too...very nice apps when put together.

[satcomer]

I use the application iNet (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=305242949&mt=8). It's a great network scanner when you're in that wireless subnet.

[aluren]

ToDo - has push notification to remind you of your tasks when it's due

Flightracker Pro - good for those that travel alot. It'll tell you if your flight is arriving on time or delayed, shows which gate you're supposed to be at, and actually tracks the flight path on a map

Wunder Radio - thousands of radio stations, some of which can be played in the background (just like the iPod app)

Starmap Pro - the most advance astronomy app, it even incorporates the magnetometer for easy reference as to what and where you're looking at in the sky

Defender Chronicles - best tower defense game, with RPG element such as gaining levels and buying items

[!Dragonfly!]

VR+ (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=299049482&mt=8)Voice for Twitter / Facebook / Blogger / MySpace

[sishaw]

For music: Ocarina by Smule, a real instrument for the iPhone with a great community and lots of tabbed music contributed by users.

Guitar Toolkit: A lot of resources for guitarists in one place. Highly configurable tuner, chord dictionary, metronome (including tempo tap pad to make it easier to figure out the tempo of a song that you're trying to learn). Hardly a day goes by that I don't use it.

Now Playing--a great app for finding movies, linked to reviews from Metacritic and Rotten Tomatoes--really great developer who will take the time to write you back if you have issues.

ooTunes--a radio app the way it should be. Lots of features, including a sleep timer, find similar, see the bitrate before you select (great for those times of network congestion), favorites, lyrics, and a cool experimental feature that lets you see what's currently playing on 9 random stations. And a bunch of buttons that I haven't even figured out. Wish I'd found this one first, because its less expensive than some other radio apps out there, and more capable.

[fredf]

Notemaster: simple and easy way to write notes. allow categories and is quick. A better 'Notes'
MemoryInfo: too bad it's no longer available
Docs to Go: MS word on you iPHone. syncs very nicely and easy to use so far

[ksmith80209]

- WunderRadio (internet radio)
- InstaPaper Pro (saves webpages offline)
- Navigon (navigation)
- Newsstand (RSS reader)

- Pocket Informant *may* make my list if they ever update...

[FearlessFreep]

NewsFuse: replaces all dedicated news apps in an easy-to-navigate interface.

[iPhone 62S]

Out of what I own:

I Am T-Pain - autotune for the iPhone... Need I say more?
Convertbot - convert app that's very handy, very nice UI, and even has a calculator!
Luxor - very fun game
Spore Origins - also very fun game
ColorSplash - changes the background (or indeed the foreground) of photos to black and white!

[ilya37]

Good Reader (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=306277111&mt=8) from goodiware (http://goodiware.com) - handles large PDFs well, allows USB transfer, reflows PDF text to iphone's screen, great tech support.

[samcraig]

ReelDirector - If you have a 3GS - this a must-have application which allows for video editing. Features include over 20 transitions, clip trimming, credits, and an overall great UI.

[Mr. Gates]

Productivity : LogMeInIgnition ( life saver )
QuickOffice
DocScanner
DropBox
Print n Share

Navigation : Navigon (anything but TomTom ...good grief )

Games : Soosiz (super Mario Galaxy in 2D )
Boost
NeuTron
TheDeep
Duke3D
VectorBall
Edge
wolf3d

Contacts : SyncInABlink

There are more , but these are my favorite

[Pika]

Best Web browser: iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
Best IRC client: FlowChat
Best Manga reader: iManga Reader

[Sparky9292]

GPSed (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=302900457&mt=8) GPS tracking service. Track your trips in real time, attach photos to tracks and share them in Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and Blogger.


GSPsed shouldn't make this list until it matures a bit. It has way too many bugs. Interesting idea but terrible and buggy implementation. Just read the reviews.

[ntrigue]

Byline is the superior RSS application with a simple, elegant UI and the ability to cache webpages (flawlessly formatted) for offline reading.

[ddrueckhammer]

Games:

Peggle (puzzle)
Space Invaders Infinity Gene (arcade)
+1 Real Racing (Racing)
Tiger Woods PGA Tour (Sports)
Zen Bound (Puzzle)
Texas Hold'em (Cards)
Spider (Platformer)

Lifestyle:

iFitness (workout tracker)
Mixologist (drink guide)
Grocery IQ (grocery list)
Big Oven (Cook Book)
Weber's On the Grill (Cook Book)

Books:
Classics (e-reader)

Productivity:

AppSniper (apps on sale)
+1 1Password (password keeper)
Convertbot (conversions)
VideoSafe (encrypt video and pictures)
Postage (create cards from pictures)

Photo:

+1 Photogene (editor)
+1 Photoforge (editor)
Camera Bag (photo effects)
ColorSplash (selectively remove color from areas of photos)

Navigation:

Navigon (turn by turn gps)
GPS Sport by Motion X

[agkm800]

I've only bought 3 paid apps and they all worth every penny:

Awesome Note (Productivity) - yes, it's awesome

AirTycoon (Strategy game) - so addictive I had to delete it after two weeks

Air Mouse (Utility) - best wireless trackpad you will have, truly amazing

[anjinha]

Air Mouse (Utility) - best wireless trackpad you will have, truly amazing

How do you know it's the best if you've never bought any of the other ones?

[Mr. Giver '94]

Games

Doodle Jump
Pocket God
X-Plane games
I Am T-Pain :p
Flight Control
Harbor Master
Jelly Car

Others

ColorSplash (the one that colors/bw photos)
Classics (a well-done e-reader of sorts)

[lectosOS]

Hello Guys!
Here I would like to suggest you my favourite applications (only game & entertainment) for Iphone!!!

1. Harbor Master ($0.99 Updated Oct 21, 2009)
2. Crazy-Sounds ($0.99 Released Dec 16,2009)
3. Uno ($4.99 Update Sep 08, 2008)
4. Cartoon Defence ($0.99 Update Dec 23,2009)

Try it!!!!!!

[erratikmind]

Business:

- TouchToDo . . . An excellent and inexpensive To Do app. I keep all of my appointments on this app.

Reference:

- WordBook (English Dictionary) . . . A good dictionary, which is always available off-line. The original price has dropped quite a bit since I originally purchased it.

Productivity:

- mSecure: A wonderful password manager, which syncs and backs up to my desktop.

Music:

- WunderRadio: One of my favorite and oldest apps. This little app allows me to listen to my favorite local news and news talk stations where ever I am.

[mkrishnan]

How do you know it's the best if you've never bought any of the other ones?

:p

But it is pretty great. Have you used any better? I'd be interested -- I use AirMouse a fair bit.

[bobob]

Games:

Spider (Platformer)

+1

This game has delighted me in a way that no other game has for many a long year!

[Mr. Gates]

Business:

- TouchToDo . . . An excellent and inexpensive To Do app. I keep all of my appointments on this app.

Reference:

- WordBook (English Dictionary) . . . A good dictionary, which is always available off-line. The original price has dropped quite a bit since I originally purchased it.

Productivity:

- mSecure: A wonderful password manager, which syncs and backs up to my desktop.

Music:

- WunderRadio: One of my favorite and oldest apps. This little app allows me to listen to my favorite local news and news talk stations where ever I am.

KoGo 600 doesnt work anymore so I dropped this App