# Coves vs Tiny Habits Tracker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Coves at free with in-app purchases against Tiny Habits Tracker's subscription. Coves also leads on ads (none vs shown). Tiny Habits Tracker's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (86% vs 67%). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Coves sells 5 one-off in-app purchases 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.

Tiny Habits Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tiny Habits Tracker has 106 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Coves's written reviews are positive against 86% of Tiny Habits Tracker's.

Coves ships an update every 3 weeks, Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Coves | Tiny Habits Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coves-focus-timer/id1400641344/reviews) | **[4.7 (106 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-habits-tracker/id1455083310/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **106** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **85.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 103 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [朋 潘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220314101) | [xiaorichang Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455083309) |

## What reviewers say

### Coves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coves-focus-timer/id1400641344)

This study app integrates task prioritization, focus timing using the Pomodoro Technique, and spaced repetition for memory retention. It helps users plan their study sessions, block distractions, and track progress with detailed analytics.

**Highlights:** Eisenhower Matrix for task prioritization, Pomodoro, Countdown, and Stopwatch focus timers, Spaced repetition for memory review, Daily/weekly focus goal setting, Detailed focus analytics and reports, Ambient sounds for distraction blocking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Colors | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ringtones | $1.99 | one-time |
| White noise | $1.99 | one-time |
| Member | $4.99 | one-time |
| Value Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |


### Tiny Habits Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-habits-tracker/id1455083310)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscribe Month Membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Subscribe Year Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Month Membership | $0.99 | one-time |
| 小习惯季度会员 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3 Month Membership | $1.99 | one-time |
| 小习惯半年会员 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3 Year Membership | $7.99 | one-time |
| 小习惯永久会员限时优惠 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Life Membership | $12.99 | one-time |
| Year Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| Life Membership | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Coves free?

Coves 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, Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker?

Tiny Habits Tracker is rated higher. Coves averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Tiny Habits Tracker averages 4.7 from 106 ratings.

### Do Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker have ads?

Tiny Habits Tracker shows ads; Coves does not.

### Which is updated more often, Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker?

Coves ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. Most recently, Coves was updated on September 29, 2026 and Tiny Habits Tracker on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*