# Pelago vs RoutineFlow

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RoutineFlow at 61% against Pelago's 33%. RoutineFlow also leads on ratings volume (2.5K vs 8) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Pelago's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pelago sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and RoutineFlow sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RoutineFlow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RoutineFlow has 2.5K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Pelago's written reviews are positive against 61% of RoutineFlow's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pelago | RoutineFlow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pelago-notecard-system/id1517230347/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/routineflow-routine-for-adhd/id1639800794/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **61.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lucida Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/559836635) | [Thomas Wolfgang Menzel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479997757) |

## What reviewers say

### Pelago

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pelago-notecard-system/id1517230347)

This app helps you collect, organize, and connect ideas using a digital notecard system. It allows for easy searching, tagging, and even printing cards in a standard index card size. Unlock advanced features and unlimited cards with a premium subscription.

**Highlights:** Digital notecard system, Search and tag functionality, Printable 3x5 index card export, Card annotations and metadata, Smart and static groupings, Idea connection and randomization, Review system with notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pelago Premium (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Pelago Premium (Annual) | $47.99 | per year |


### RoutineFlow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/routineflow-routine-for-adhd/id1639800794)

This app helps users, particularly those with ADHD, create and stick to daily routines. It breaks down tasks into manageable steps with timers and provides analytics to improve time management and build good habits.

**Highlights:** Customizable routines with emojis, Timed task sequences, Detailed habit analytics, Notification reminders, Procrastination reduction tools, ADHD symptom management support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RoutineFlow Pro Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro Access | $8.99 | per month |
| Pro Access Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| RoutineFlow Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| RoutineFlow Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Access Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for executing routines
- 👍 Helps with organization and focus
- 👍 Consistent and reliable
- 👍 Simplistic and easy to use
- 👍 Useful for ADHD/neurodivergent users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Lack of account/login support
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 📱 No Apple Watch support
- 🔊 Weak notification sounds

**Reported bugs**

- Routine data loss and reset issues
- Dynamic Island duplication bug
- Login/account recovery problems
- Accessibility issues with large font settings

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app companion
- Ability to modify task durations
- Customizable widgets and calendar view
- Subtasks and note-taking for tasks
- Automatic task progression without manual input


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pelago free?

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

### Is RoutineFlow free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pelago or RoutineFlow?

RoutineFlow is rated higher. Pelago averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while RoutineFlow averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Pelago or RoutineFlow have ads?

Neither Pelago nor RoutineFlow shows ads.

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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.*