# Hydration Tracker vs Motivation Cookie

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hydration Tracker at free with in-app purchases against Motivation Cookie's subscription. Hydration Tracker also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 48%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Motivation Cookie's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hydration Tracker sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Motivation Cookie sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hydration Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 218 and 92 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Hydration Tracker's written reviews are positive against 48% of Motivation Cookie's.

Hydration Tracker ships an update every 5 weeks, Motivation Cookie every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hydration Tracker | Motivation Cookie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydration-tracker-water-pal/id1301879657/reviews)** | [4.3 (92 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motivation-cookie/id6471234248/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 92 |
| Positive reviews | **69.6% of reviews** | 48.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 131 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Loyal Health & Fitness, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1088263310) | [DIDAC CATALAN NABAU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714941352) |

## What reviewers say

### Hydration Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydration-tracker-water-pal/id1301879657)

This app helps you monitor your daily water intake to improve health and energy. It calculates your personalized hydration needs based on various factors and sends friendly reminders to ensure you meet your goals. Log different drink types and view your progress graphically.

**Highlights:** Calculate required water intake, Set daily hydration goals, Receive timely alerts, Log drinking times and units, Track multiple drink types, View daily consumption graphs, Motivational freebies and tips

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Trial | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Water Balance Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Trial | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Yearly Trial | $9.99 | per year |
| Loyal Pass Monthly WB | $9.99 | per month |
| Loyal Pass Yearly WB | $59.99 | per year |
| LifeTime Access | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💧 Helps increase water intake
- 🔔 Reminders are helpful
- 🏆 Badges and awards are motivating
- 🔗 Links with Apple Health

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Ads are unnecessary
- 💳 App requires payment for features
- 🚫 No easy way to close ads
- 🔢 No decimal option for logging
- 🔄 Units and settings not synced

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App freezes when logging drinks
- App closes immediately after logging fluid intake
- Cannot see logged information due to freezing
- Ads pop up on app boot

**Requested features**

- Add decimal option for logging drinks
- Allow customization of notification times
- Include soda and yogurt as drink options
- Improve drink and volume choices
- Provide a clear option to remove ads


### Motivation Cookie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motivation-cookie/id6471234248)

Discover daily wisdom and motivation through interactive 3D fortune cookies. Uncover ancient proverbs, haikus, and personalized luck messages. Save your favorite insights in a calendar repository for ongoing inspiration.

**Highlights:** Daily fortune cookie messages, 3D rotatory cookie interaction, Expanded daily advice, Ancient wisdom and haikus, Special luck messages, Message calendar repository

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Year Subscription | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable daily fortunes
- 💡 Uplifting motivational messages
- ❤️ Well-designed and visually appealing
- 😊 Extra advice is practical
- 🌟 Calendar feature is useful

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 App frequently not working
- ⚪ White screen issues
- 🚫 No customer assistance
- ❌ Glitchy performance
- ❓ Paid version not working

**Reported bugs**

- App not working for months
- Randomly bugs
- Shows a white screen
- Always glitchy
- Paid version never works properly

**Requested features**

- Fix bugs for consistent functionality
- Improve customer support responsiveness
- Allow users to turn off sound/chimes
- Provide options to turn off notifications
- Ensure app display fits all screen sizes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hydration Tracker free?

Hydration Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Motivation Cookie free?

Motivation Cookie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hydration Tracker or Motivation Cookie?

Hydration Tracker is rated higher. Hydration Tracker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while Motivation Cookie averages 4.3 from 92 ratings.

### Do Hydration Tracker or Motivation Cookie have ads?

Hydration Tracker shows ads; Motivation Cookie does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hydration Tracker or Motivation Cookie?

Hydration Tracker ships an update every 5 weeks, and Motivation Cookie every 8 days. Most recently, Hydration Tracker was updated on October 24, 2026 and Motivation Cookie on October 24, 2026.

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