Comparison

Mnmlist vs MicroCalm

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

Head to head
About

Mnmlist

Build habits with clarity and consistency using a distraction-free, minimalist interface. This app focuses on simplicity, helping you show up daily without complicated systems or gamification. It prioritizes privacy and is completely free to use.

Highlights
  • Create habits in seconds
  • One-tap daily check-ins
  • Track consistency over time
  • Minimalist and distraction-free design
  • Privacy-focused, no tracking
  • Completely free, no subscriptions
Features
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Mnmlist — Minimalist Habit Tracker Build habits with clarity. No noise. No subscriptions. Mnmlist is a simple habit tracker designed for people who want less distraction and more consistency. No complicated systems. No gamification overload. Just a clean interface that helps you show up daily. Why Mnmlist We live in a world of constant notifications, endless to-do lists, and apps that hide basic features behind subscriptions. Mnmlist is the opposite: calm, lightweight, and intentionally minimal. What you can do Create habits in seconds Check in daily with one tap Track your consistency over time Stay focused on what matters Free forever Mnmlist is 100% free: No subscriptions No paywalls No premium traps No ads Privacy first Mnmlist is built to be simple and respectful: No analytics SDKs No tracking No data selling Inspired by minimalism Mnmlist is inspired by mnmlist.com by Leo Babauta — a reminder that less is often the answer. If you have feedback or feature ideas — I’d love to hear from you. Just send me a message.

About

MicroCalm

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MicroCalm is a minimalist mindfulness app designed for busy minds. No sign-ups, no guided courses — just simple, calming prompts to help you pause, breathe, and reset anytime you need. Whether you’re in a stressful meeting, waiting in line, or winding down before bed, MicroCalm offers bite-sized guidance to help you feel grounded in seconds. - 100+ mindful prompts for breathing, grounding, reflection, and relaxation - Offline-friendly — no internet required - Gentle design with no distractions or noise - Use anytime: at work, on transit, before sleep, or mid-scroll Designed with intention and simplicity. MicroCalm helps you reconnect with the present — one breath at a time.

Screenshots

Mnmlist4 screens
MicroCalm3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: MicroCalm at 3 against Mnmlist's 1. MicroCalm also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mnmlist versus MicroCalm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMnmlistMicroCalm
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAssylbek IssatayevGiulio Soro

In-app purchases

None

Mnmlist

No in-app purchases

None

MicroCalm

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mnmlist free?
Mnmlist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MicroCalm free?
MicroCalm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mnmlist or MicroCalm have ads?
Neither Mnmlist nor MicroCalm shows ads.

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