# ChallengeUp vs ChallengeTime

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ChallengeUp at 89% against ChallengeTime's 0%. ChallengeUp also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). ChallengeTime's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChallengeUp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year and ChallengeTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ChallengeUp ships an update every 2 months, ChallengeTime every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChallengeUp | ChallengeTime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challengeup-habit-tracker/id1556682948/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **38** | — |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 85 MB | 208 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [LIKE WRONG LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556682950) | [Ihar Karunny](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847175374) |

## What reviewers say

### ChallengeUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challengeup-habit-tracker/id1556682948)

This app helps you build new habits, improve self-care, or break bad ones with a structured, short-term challenge system. Focus on achieving goals within 7 to 60 days to experience lasting change without the pressure of lifelong commitment.

**Highlights:** Short challenge system (7-60 days), Create custom challenges, Track progress visually, Receive goal reminders, Share progress on social media, Access useful challenge tips

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Plus Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


### ChallengeTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challengetime/id6744902936)

Track habits and participate in built-in or custom challenges. Set deadlines, mark progress, and add notes. Features monthly events, seasonal challenges, and notifications to keep you motivated.

**Highlights:** Built-in and custom challenges, Habit tracking with duration options, Deadline setting and progress marking, Notes and challenge deletion, Monthly and seasonal events, Notifications and reminders, Social sharing of challenges

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access | $5.99 | per month |
| 6-Month Access | $34.99 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChallengeUp free?

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

### Is ChallengeTime free?

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

### Do ChallengeUp or ChallengeTime have ads?

ChallengeTime shows ads; ChallengeUp does not.

### Which is updated more often, ChallengeUp or ChallengeTime?

ChallengeUp ships an update every 2 months, and ChallengeTime every 3 weeks. Most recently, ChallengeUp was updated on October 19, 2026 and ChallengeTime on September 24, 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.*