20 Apps Our Editors Are Obsessed With

• Why we're obsessed — It's so much more than a to-do list. Thanks to instantaneous syncing, Wunderlist makes it supereasy to share and collaborate on any kind of list, whether it's movies to watch or thank-you cards to write. Senior audience development associate Grace Hitchcock uses it for shared grocery lists with her boyfriend: "As we shop in different aisles, we each check off the things we've put in the cart, and it updates in both our apps. Also really helpful he goes shopping while I'm at work — I can add to the list for him from anywhere!"
• How much it costs — Free (5MB of file storage and 25 tasks per list), Pro subscription ($5/month for unlimited storage and tasks)
• Who can download it — PC, Mac, Android, iOS, Windows Phone, Amazon Kindle, Chromebook, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari

Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Grace Hitchcock

• Why we're obsessed — Love Serial, This American Life, or just about any other podcast? Pocket Casts is about to change your life. It's got your typical autodownload capability, but thanks to powerful servers, Pocket Casts has the fastest refresh/podcast update in the biz. We also love that it can be synced between both iOS and Android devices.
• How much it costs — $6
• Who can download it — iOS, Android, and Web

• Why we're obsessed — Well, A) it's pretty and B) it helps you manage your money. This personalized financial tool compiles your current bank account, loan, and credit information into one beautiful dashboard. Copy editor Emelie Burnette checks Mint "every single day, literally, so I can constantly remind myself that I am poor when I'm itching to buy another Kate Spade bag." She also points out the handy beta credit score monitor that's free right now, bill reminders, and financial tips.
• How much it costs — Free
• Who can download it — iOS, Android, and Windows Phone

• Why we're obsessed — The official Reddit app puts the front page of the Internet right at your fingertips. Upload images from your phone to Imgur, use night mode for reading in low light, and view viral pics right in the app. Beauty editor Emily Orofino says, "It's the app that I just find myself opening every five seconds!"
• How much it costs — Free, $2 for Pro (switch between accounts and more)
• Who can download it — iOS

• Why we're obsessed — This surprising editor favorite shows the current location of family and friends. It can be creepy, but it can also be useful. Set up alerts for when someone leaves or arrives — or notify others when you've left or arrived. Living director Annie Gabillet shared this tip: "If you don't want to give people access to your location all the time, you can set up time windows, so they just have it during a road trip, when someone is picking you up at the airport, or for a night out, for example."
• How much it costs — Free
• Who can download it — iOS only (Want an Android-compatible version? Try Jink)

• Why we're obsessed — This app is the best thing that ever happened to parties. In this fun Ellen DeGeneres-produced game, players pick a category, hold their phone up to their heads, and have their friends get them to guess the word that appears. The kicker? The app records your friends acting ridiculously as they give you clues for "Colin Farrell."
• How much it costs — $1, Extra categories are also $1
• Who can download it — iOS and Android

• Why we're obsessed — Emoji obsessed? This is the ultimate Emoji keyboard. It's got saved emoji combinations and kaomoji (aka these guys: (◕‿◕)) ready to plop into conversations. The clutch feature is being able to drag and drop different emoji to a "favorites" page. You can also text search emoji!
• How much it costs — Free, with $1-$20 for extra emoji
• Who can download it — iOS

• Why we're obsessed — It is the most comprehensive baby app for parents around. One editor loves Sprout because it syncs between him and his wife's phone. Keep tabs on baby's daily activity (e.g. first bath) and medical records. You can also set alerts for feeding, pumping, and medications. Proud parents can share baby's big milestones on Facebook, too.
• How much it costs — $5
• Who can download it — iOS only

• Why we're obsessed — You will never use your default calendar app again after using Sunrise. Integrate Google Calendar, iCloud, or Exchange, then bask in its gorgeous interface. Easily share events with a one-tap button. Creating an event is quick, with an autocomplete feature that predicts what you're typing. Google Maps integration means you'll never lose your way!
• How much it costs — Free, $1-$20 for extra features
• Who can download it — iOS and Android

• Why we're obsessed — If you don't know about Yik Yak, that's probably because you're not in college. This location-based, anonymous messaging app is active at 200+ universities around the US. It's growing fast. Some of the more ridiculous things shared include, "On a scale of 1 to Nature Valley Granola Bar, how much is your life falling apart."
• How much it costs — Free
• Who can download it — iOS and Android

• Why we're obsessed — This automagical app will turn a grungy phone pic into a magazine cover-worthy fashion photo shoot. Facetune removes blemishes, whitens teeth, removes dark circles, and more to make you and your models look your best.
• How much it costs — $4
• Who can download it — iOS and Android

• Why we're obsessed — It's as easy to use as this: "open it up, type, send, and you've just emailed yourself. Superbasic and old-school, but it can't be beat for quickly sending yourself a reminder," said POPSUGAR studios president David Grant. Emailing yourself is *still* the most efficient way to keep track of notes throughout the day for some people, especially because Gmail has perfected the art of email search. Plus, the app is completely optimized for speed.
• How much it costs — $2
• Who can download it — iOS

• Why we're obsessed — Streaming subscription services are a dime a dozen, but Spotify is this editor's pick for a few reasons. The interface is beautiful. Album artwork is front and center, so it's like you're sifting through your records. If you become a Spotify premimum member, you'll also be able to save entire playlists on your phone — making offline listening super easy.
• How much it costs — Free for albums and artists only, $10/month, $15-$30/month family plan
• Who can download it — iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Tablets, Playstation and works as web player