# ClearSpace vs Motion

The clearest difference is rating: ClearSpace at 4.7 against Motion's 4.1. ClearSpace also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (69% vs 42%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ClearSpace sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Motion sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $44.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ClearSpace holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8.9K and 1.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of ClearSpace's written reviews are positive against 42% of Motion's.

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, Motion weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearSpace | Motion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807/reviews)** | [4.1 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-tasks-and-ai-scheduling/id1580440623/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.9K** | 1.9K |
| Positive reviews | **69.3% of reviews** | 42.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 80 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [clearspace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653276930) | [NexusBird, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482672969) |

## What reviewers say

### ClearSpace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807)

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by making your device less addictive. It offers tools to block distractions, manage app time, and build better digital habits. Achieve greater focus, productivity, and mental well-being by reducing impulse opens and doomscrolling.

**Highlights:** Block and limit distracting apps, Manage social media doomscrolling, Set schedules for app usage, Build better digital habits, Engage in attention-building challenges, Minimalist and straightforward design, Accountability partners for goals, Detailed screen time reporting

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClearSpace Premium (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Clearspace Premium Student | $9.99 | per year |
| ClearSpace Premium (Annual) | $44.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium Family | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps reduce screen time
- 🚀 Effective at limiting app usage
- 💡 Breathing exercise and quotes are helpful
- 🤖 Tracks app usage well
- 🤔 Makes users more mindful about phone usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and laggy performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔓 Allows bypassing restrictions
- 🤖 Limited to one app in free version
- 🤔 Breathing exercise can be annoying

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to block apps
- Notification issues and UI glitches
- Inconsistent tracking of app usage
- Problems with phone number verification

**Requested features**

- Allow blocking multiple apps in free version
- Add more exercise options beyond just breathing
- Provide more customization options
- Integrate with other fitness/health tracking apps
- Improve website/app blocking capabilities


### Motion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-tasks-and-ai-scheduling/id1580440623)

This AI-powered assistant intelligently plans your day, schedules meetings, and manages projects, helping busy professionals and teams get work done faster with fewer interruptions. It automates task reorganization and meeting coordination, freeing up valuable time.

**Highlights:** Automated daily planning, Smart to-do notifications, Team collaboration, One-click meeting scheduling, Siri task integration, Document and note management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $44.99 | per month |
| Annual | $294.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Highly efficient task scheduling
- 🔒 Robust calendar integration
- 👍 Intuitive desktop experience
- 👍 Helpful for users with ADHD
- 👍 Improves productivity and organization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy mobile app
- 🔍 Limited mobile app functionality
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- 🔍 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🔍 Confusing setup process

**Reported bugs**

- Mobile app crashes frequently
- Syncing issues between desktop and mobile
- Tasks not rescheduling properly
- Inability to view full task details on mobile

**Requested features**

- Improved mobile app with full functionality
- Ability to edit tasks on mobile
- Push notifications for upcoming tasks
- Monthly/weekly calendar view in mobile app
- Better integration with other calendars and task managers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearSpace free?

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

### Is Motion free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ClearSpace or Motion?

ClearSpace is rated higher. ClearSpace averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.9K ratings, while Motion averages 4.1 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do ClearSpace or Motion have ads?

Both ClearSpace and Motion show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ClearSpace or Motion?

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, and Motion weekly. Most recently, ClearSpace was updated on October 26, 2026 and Motion on October 25, 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.*