This app helps you build healthy habits by blocking distracting social media apps until you complete your daily goals. It uses the Premack principle to reinforce desired behaviors, offering flexible tracking and commitment options. The core functionality is free, with an optional one-time purchase for advanced integrations.
2.2
September 7, 2026
New features - You can now customize a unique username in the accounts page. - You can now block custom domains/websites in Safari. - Small animation improvement after you click start on the welcome page - Widget View Settings now lets you customize the other lockscreen and homescreen widget types - The 4-habit widget can hide its titles, and the grid takes the room: about five more days per row Fixes - Fixed bug where you would see the welcome screen again - Fix daily average calculated incorrectly - A suggestion brings your archived habit back, history and all, instead of making a second one - Fixed issue with changing the device clock or timezone - Sync behavior improved without waking every device on the account - A Shortcut that meets a goal opens the block right away - Fixed Lock Screen notification not readable on a light Lock Screen - Anki habit's late-night reviews land on Anki's day instead of showing on two days
MoreHabits First blocks access to selected distracting apps until you complete your predefined daily habits, such as walking or reading. This leverages the Premack principle to encourage desired behaviors.
It can track habits like walking a set number of steps, working out for a specific duration (integrating with Apple Watch, WHOOP, Garmin, Oura), meditating, using specific apps, reviewing flashcards, listening to audiobooks, or finishing games. Advanced tracking for flashcards, audiobooks, games, and shortcuts requires a one-time purchase.
Yes, the core app is free forever and includes features like Apple Health goals, app timers, schedules, places, commitment locks, widgets, and unlimited blocks. An optional one-time purchase unlocks additional integrations.
Yes, you can set commitment locks for a day, a week, or a year, preventing early access to blocked apps. There are five emergency unlocks available per day, which do not refill.
No, Habits First does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, with the option for a one-time purchase to unlock premium features.
Habits First is available on iPhone and iPad devices.
The app was last updated on August 21, 2026, with version 1.4. The developer actively adds features and is open to user requests.
Habits First has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.