# ClearSpace vs IRON Habits

The clearest difference is ads: IRON Habits at none against ClearSpace's shown. IRON Habits also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 69%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). ClearSpace's advantage is ratings volume (9K vs 17). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ClearSpace sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and IRON Habits sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IRON Habits holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClearSpace has 9K ratings behind it against 17, 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 100% of IRON Habits's.

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, IRON Habits every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearSpace | IRON Habits |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807/reviews) | **[5.0 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-habits/id6742510167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 69.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [clearspace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653276930) | [Shields Marketing Group LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798776313) |

## 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 (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClearSpace Premium (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| 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


### IRON Habits

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-habits/id6742510167)

This app helps you build discipline and live intentionally by tracking habits, journaling with AI prompts, and reflecting on your progress. It offers a focused space for personal development and accountability to achieve your goals.

**Highlights:** Daily habit tracking, AI-powered journaling prompts, Progress reflection, Self-awareness building, Private growth community

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite Month | $9.99 | per month |
| ELITE YEAR OTO | $18.00 | per year |
| OTO Annual | $18.00 | per year |
| Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| ELITE YEAR | $35.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearSpace free?

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

### Is IRON Habits free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ClearSpace or IRON Habits?

IRON Habits is rated higher. ClearSpace averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while IRON Habits averages 5.0 from 17 ratings.

### Do ClearSpace or IRON Habits have ads?

ClearSpace shows ads; IRON Habits does not.

### Which is updated more often, ClearSpace or IRON Habits?

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, and IRON Habits every 8 days. Most recently, ClearSpace was updated on November 8, 2026 and IRON Habits on October 30, 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.*