If you're anything like us, the status of your holiday gift list is…complicated. It exists on Post-its and paper scraps, as entries in your phone's Notes app, and in bookmarks in your browser. That can make holiday shopping a confusing task and inevitably lead to forgotten items.
Before that happens, put yourself first on your list, and download an app that can help. Once you make your list of presents, you won't have to check it twice, because a good gift-list app handles most of the hard work: syncing across platforms and figuring out which stores have the items you're looking for, along with details such as the clothing sizes of your gift recipients.
A gift-list app is probably one of the least expensive purchases you'll make this season, as most are free or cost less than a dollar. It will certainly save you from some holiday blues and could help keep your holiday budget from going into the red.
A few of these apps are specifically Christmas-themed in name and look, but they function well for any holiday at any time of the year. Also, many of them are named "Christmas List," so be like Santa, and check twice before downloading. No matter which app you choose, check out PCMag's full holiday gift guide to find presents to add to your list.
(Credit: PCMag)For more ideas, check out PCMag's One Stop Gift Shop, and use the filters to zero in on the perfect gift for everyone on your list.