# ClearSpace vs Friendly

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ClearSpace at 69% against Friendly's 0%. ClearSpace also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (8.9K vs 1). Friendly's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ClearSpace sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Friendly asks for nothing beyond the download.

ClearSpace holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClearSpace has 8.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of ClearSpace's written reviews are positive against 0% of Friendly's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearSpace | Friendly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendly-forget-me-nots/id6474574132/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **69.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 80 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [clearspace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653276930) | [Jordan Troutman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664480056) |

## 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


### Friendly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendly-forget-me-nots/id6474574132)

This app helps busy individuals maintain friendships by setting contact goals and sending reminders. It notifies you when you haven't reached out to friends in a while, ensuring you stay connected.

**Highlights:** Set contact frequency goals, Receive outreach reminders, Track friend interactions, Nudges to stay connected

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearSpace free?

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

### Is Friendly free?

Friendly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

ClearSpace is rated higher. ClearSpace averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.9K ratings, while Friendly averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

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