Comparison

ShineDay vs Tiny Habits Tracker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ShineDay

This app helps users build positive routines and achieve goals by tracking micro habits. It offers features like customizable reminders, progress visualization, note-taking, and focus tools, designed to support users with ADHD.

Highlights
  • Build micro habits easily
  • Customizable frequency options
  • In-depth progress stats and reports
  • Pomodoro Technique timer
  • Mood tracking
  • Smart and multiple reminders
  • Widgets for quick logging
Features
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ShineDay is a habit tracker for people who want a simple system they can actually stick with. Start with micro habits, build a steady routine, and turn small daily actions into real progress. If you want an ADHD-friendly planner with less friction, ShineDay gives you a cleaner way to plan, check in, and keep your streaks going. It works well as a lightweight daily planner for personal productivity, focus, reminders, and recurring routines. Why ShineDay works: * Fast daily check-ins that take seconds * Flexible goal tracking for yes or no habits, counts, and duration * A lightweight planner for recurring routines and daily checklist items * Streaks, stats, charts, and a yearly heat map to show progress * Smart reminders based on time and location * Home Screen and Lock Screen widget support for faster logging * Focus tools, including Pomodoro sessions for work or study * Notes and reflections for every habit * iCloud sync and backup across devices * Themes, wallpapers, and gentle motivation to help you stay consistent Great for: * Building better routines * Staying on track with ADHD * Improving focus and productivity * Replacing scattered notes, to-do lists, and reminder apps Download ShineDay and start with one small win today. 【ShineDay Auto-Subscriptions】 * Payment will be charged to your iTunes account when your purchase is confirmed. * Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Renewal pricing depends on your selected plan. Standard plans include: * 3-month subscription * 6-month subscription * 1-year subscription For other currencies, pricing follows the equivalent App Store price tier. * A subscription with a free trial will automatically renew into a paid plan unless you cancel it in Account Settings. Cancellation takes effect after the current period ends. * Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the trial. Privacy Policy: https://glen-father-c47.notion.site/10b9e50ad6064cf89b29c37a78a75a74 EULA: https://glen-father-c47.notion.site/fe80544e051f4af8ba222761c4141f6c?pvs=4

About

Tiny Habits Tracker

Build sustainable routines with a science-backed habit tracker. Integrate time management tools like the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and discipline for study, work, and personal goals. Visualize your progress with detailed feedback and journaling.

Highlights
  • Science-backed habit formation
  • Pomodoro Technique integration
  • Visual progress tracking
  • Study and health goal management
  • Focus mode with app locking
  • Customizable habit plans
  • Journaling and reflection tools
Features
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Tiny Habits is a habit-tracking app based on scientific habit formation theories, incorporating key concepts from “Mini Habits” by Stephen Guise and “Atomic Habits” by James Clear. By starting with small, achievable habits, you can gradually build long-term, sustainable routines. The app integrates the Pomodoro Technique to combine time management and focus training, helping you stay efficient and self-disciplined in study, work, and daily life. ===Why Choose Tiny Habits=== 1、Backed by Science: Built on proven theories from Mini Habits and Atomic Habits for effective habit formation. 2、Precision Time Management: Combines the Pomodoro Technique with a time-tracking system to help manage schedules, enhance focus, and develop deep work habits. 3、Visual Progress Feedback: Detailed tracking and data analysis help you monitor progress and optimize habit-building strategies. 4、Comprehensive Self-Discipline Training: Supports study tracking, health goals, and lifestyle improvements to eliminate procrastination and build positive habits. ===What Can You Track with Tiny Habits=== 1、Study Tracking: Track study hours for exams, reading, and certifications. 2、Health & Fitness: Manage weight loss, exercise, running, yoga, and sleep habits. 3、Focus & Deep Work: Use the Pomodoro Timer to improve concentration and eliminate distractions. 4、Self-Improvement: Set reminders for hydration, budgeting, and daily planning. 5、Journaling & Reflection: Record daily habit progress to reinforce long-term growth. ===Key Features=== 1、Smart Habit Management – Customize habit plans with flexible tracking options. 2、Time Management & Reminders – Use Pomodoro Timers, countdowns, and alerts to stay on track. 3、Progress Tracking & Reflection – Daily, weekly, and monthly reports with journaling features. 4、Goal Tracking & Countdown – Keep important milestones visible to maintain motivation. 5、Focus Mode (App Locking) – Minimize distractions and improve productivity. 6、Widgets & Study Room – Quick access to habit tracking and personal study space. 7、Ad-Free & Minimalist Design – Clean, distraction-free experience focused on productivity. Description of Automatic Renewal Service for Tiny Habits Members 【Subscription cycle】 Continuous annual subscription (1 year) 【Subscription price】 The automatic renewal fee for continuous annual membership is 38 yuan/year 【Payment】 Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. 【Automatic Renewal】 The renewal fee will be charged from your iTunes account 24 hours before the expiration of the current subscription period, and one subscription period will be extended after the deduction is successful. [Cancel Automatic Renewal] If you need to cancel the subscription, please manually open the iOS "Settings" --> click "Apple ID", select to view "Apple ID", enter the account settings page, click "Subscribe", and cancel the subscription. This subscription will automatically renew if it is not closed at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. 【Member Service Agreement】 https://xrc.xianbeikeji.com/xiaorichangvip.html 【Privacy Policy】 https://xrc.xianbeikeji.com/privacy_daily.html

Screenshots

ShineDay4 screens
Tiny Habits Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: ShineDay at free with in-app purchases against Tiny Habits Tracker's subscription. ShineDay also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 106). Tiny Habits Tracker's advantage is device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ShineDay sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months and Tiny Habits Tracker sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for ShineDay against 4.7 for Tiny Habits Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ShineDay has 3.3K ratings behind it against 106, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of ShineDay's written reviews are positive against 86% of Tiny Habits Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShineDay ships an update every 3 days, Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ShineDay versus Tiny Habits Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShineDayTiny Habits Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.3K ratings)4.7 (106 ratings)
Positive reviews82.8% of reviews85.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.3K — better106
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer俊航 何xiaorichang Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

ShineDay

All ratings3,262 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews598 reviews
Positive82.8%
Neutral6.4%
Negative10.9%

Tiny Habits Tracker

All ratings106 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral0.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews199 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative7.5%

User reviews

ShineDay

From 3.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💎 Cute and aesthetically pleasing design
  • 🚀 Efficient habit tracking
  • 🔒 Customizable features
  • 💰 Affordable one-time purchase

Room to improve

  • 🌐 Incomplete English translation
  • 🔒 Limited free features
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Lack of advanced data tracking

Tiny Habits Tracker

From 106 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Very practical and useful
  • 🎨 Simple and cute interface
  • 💡 Gamified elements (effort points, wish store)
  • 🚀 Efficient habit tracking
  • ✨ Easy to use and operate

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Widget bugs on iPhone
  • ❓ Content not fully translated to English
  • ❌ No English support
  • 🐛 Habit color changes automatically
  • ❌ Registration requires Chinese phone number

Bugs and requests

ShineDay

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Habit data loss after device change
  • Inconsistent widget behavior
  • Inability to edit or delete habits

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add Apple Watch support
  • Improve widget functionality
  • Allow more than 5 habits in free version
  • Provide more language options
  • Implement daily/weekly/monthly progress charts

Tiny Habits Tracker

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Widget bugs on iPhone, icons disappear
  • Habit color changes automatically after modification
  • Photo upload fails
  • App crashes when adding new habits on iOS 13.1.1
  • Data loss after update and reinstallation
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  • Payment successful but still shows as non-member
  • Unable to bind account after purchasing VIP
  • Widget functionality issues

Requested features

9 requests
  • Widget functionality without opening app
  • Date countdown function
  • Ability to record private diary entries
  • More detailed habit statistics
  • Feature to track accumulated hours per habit
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  • Comparison of days persisted vs. total days established for habits
  • More features in the future
  • Adaptation to dark mode
  • Dedicated iPad UI

In-app purchases

12 purchases

ShineDay

Subscriptions4
  • Season Subscription$3.993 Months
  • 半年卡订阅$4.496 Months
  • Monthly Membership$4.991 Month
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  • 年度卡订阅3 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time8
  • 格子蓝主题$0.99
  • 她主题$0.99
  • 青抹主题$0.99
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  • 小赞赏$0.99
  • 永久去广告$0.99
  • 大赞赏$1.99
  • 小太阳会员$9.99
  • Lifetime Membership$24.99
11 purchases

Tiny Habits Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Subscribe Month Membership$1.991 Month
  • Subscribe Year Membership7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time9
  • Month Membership$0.99
  • 小习惯季度会员$1.99
  • 3 Month Membership$1.99
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  • 小习惯半年会员$2.99
  • 3 Year Membership$7.99
  • 小习惯永久会员限时优惠$9.99
  • Life Membership$12.99
  • Year Membership$19.99
  • Life Membership$24.99

Questions

Is ShineDay free?
ShineDay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tiny Habits Tracker free?
Tiny Habits Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShineDay or Tiny Habits Tracker?
ShineDay and Tiny Habits Tracker are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3.3K and 106 ratings respectively.
Do ShineDay or Tiny Habits Tracker have ads?
Both ShineDay and Tiny Habits Tracker show ads.
Which is updated more often, ShineDay or Tiny Habits Tracker?
ShineDay ships an update every 3 days, and Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. Most recently, ShineDay was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tiny Habits Tracker on September 23, 2026.

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