Comparison

Tiny Habits Tracker vs Locus

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

Head to head
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

About

Locus

Features
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Addicting apps are stealing your day. Locus helps you get it back. Block distracting apps, set focus hours, and build habits that actually stick. Whether you're grinding through finals, shipping a project, or just trying to put the phone down at dinner — Locus keeps you focused. Features: - Credit based app blocking that holds the line when willpower doesn't - Daily focus hours and evening wind-down routines - Flexible routines, and daily reflections to help you stay on track Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tiny Habits Tracker4 screens
Locus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Locus at none against Tiny Habits Tracker's shown. Locus also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). Tiny Habits Tracker's advantage is device support (5 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.5). On price 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. Tiny Habits Tracker sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Locus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tiny Habits Tracker ships an update fortnightly, Locus every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tiny Habits Tracker versus Locus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTiny Habits TrackerLocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (106 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings106 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerxiaorichang Technology Co., Ltd.YiMing Han

Bugs and requests

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

Locus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

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
2 purchases

Locus

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Tiny Habits Tracker free?
Tiny Habits Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Locus free?
Locus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tiny Habits Tracker or Locus have ads?
Tiny Habits Tracker shows ads; Locus does not.
Which is updated more often, Tiny Habits Tracker or Locus?
Tiny Habits Tracker ships an update fortnightly, and Locus every 4 days. Most recently, Tiny Habits Tracker was updated on October 26, 2026 and Locus on October 25, 2026.

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