# Momentum vs Task Flow

The clearest difference is rating: Task Flow at 4.6 against Momentum's 3.8. Task Flow also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 62%) and ratings volume (342 vs 101). Momentum's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Momentum sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Task Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Task Flow holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 101 and 342 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Momentum's written reviews are positive against 76% of Task Flow's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Momentum | Task Flow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (101 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/momentum/id1564329434/reviews) | **[4.6 (342 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 101 | **342** |
| Positive reviews | 62.3% of reviews | **76.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Momentum Dashboard Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1564329436) | [Vladimir Butko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556257481) |

## What reviewers say

### Momentum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/momentum/id1564329434)

Enhance your new tab page with a focus-driven start screen. Get daily inspiration, manage tasks, and access quick links, all while enjoying beautiful nature photos and quotes.

**Highlights:** Daily inspiring photo, quote, and mantra, Task reminders and to-do list manager, Website and app shortcuts, Local weather information, Customizable dashboard, Focus-driving soundscapes, Pomodoro timer

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Momentum Plus - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Momentum Plus - Yearly | $46.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Beautiful and aesthetic design
- 🔓 Helpful productivity features
- 👍 Inspiring daily quotes and images
- ✨ Great browser start page replacement
- 💡 Useful to-do list and note-taking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires account login
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Limited customization options in free version
- 🌐 Compatibility issues on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and frequent log-outs
- Tab reloading problems
- Incompatibility with certain Safari features
- RAM usage issues on M1 Macs

**Requested features**

- Add support for multiple languages
- Integrate with popular task management apps
- Allow customization of background images
- Improve sync between devices
- Add more widgets and productivity tools


### Task Flow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483)

This app is a comprehensive task manager and planner that helps you organize, plan, and track your tasks and projects. It offers versatile prioritization, multi-project integration, a focus timer, and customizable project visualizations to boost productivity and ensure deadlines are met.

**Highlights:** Versatile prioritization, Multi-project integration, Focus Timer, Project visualization (lists/Kanban), Detailed task information, Home screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Task Flow+ Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Task Flow+ Annual (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Task Flow+ Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Smooth syncing across devices
- 💡 Flexible task management (multiple projects, sections)
- 👍 Clean and pleasing design
- 👍 Helpful features (attachments, Pomodoro timer)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Lacking some advanced features (calendar integration, time tracking)
- 🔍 Confusing UI in some areas (subtasks, board view)
- 🔍 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Dragging tasks can create unintended subtasks
- Popup windows appearing behind the app
- App icon image reverting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app
- Improved task sorting and scheduling
- Better project management features (subfolders, archiving)
- Customizable quotes and theming
- Clickable links in notes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Momentum free?

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

### Is Task Flow free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Momentum or Task Flow?

Task Flow is rated higher. Momentum averages 3.8 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while Task Flow averages 4.6 from 342 ratings.

### Do Momentum or Task Flow have ads?

Neither Momentum nor Task Flow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Momentum or Task Flow?

Momentum ships an update every 3 weeks, and Task Flow every 3 weeks. Most recently, Momentum was updated on November 7, 2026 and Task Flow on November 7, 2026.

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