Do you prefer having everything in one app, or using a bunch of smaller apps?

I've tried both and I'm still not sure which I hate less.

The all in one approach is nice because everything is in one place. Notes, tasks, docs, databases, whatever.

Then eventually the app starts doing so much that I feel like I'm managing the system instead of actually using it.

So I split everything up again, end up with six different apps, and then complain that everything is scattered.

What has actually worked for you long term?

Not what sounds best in theory. What setup have you been able to stick with without constantly wanting to change it?