# ClearSpace vs Simple

The clearest difference is ads: Simple at none against ClearSpace's shown. Simple also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). ClearSpace's advantage is ratings volume (8.9K vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ClearSpace sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Simple sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. 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.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearSpace | Simple |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-habit-tracker/id6748588269/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 69.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [clearspace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653276930) | [Imagination Works](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826432739) |

## 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


### Simple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-habit-tracker/id6748588269)

Build better routines with a calm habit tracker that keeps your day clear and your progress visible. Plan your week, stay consistent with daily habits, and understand your progress with detailed statistics. Sync across devices, export your data, or share a read-only tracker.

**Highlights:** Create recurring and one-time habits, Schedule multiple reminders, Focused daily habit view, Track streaks and completion rates, Offline tracking and syncing, Export and share habit data

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Habit Tracker Pro | $1.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearSpace free?

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

### Is Simple free?

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

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

Simple is rated higher. ClearSpace averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.9K ratings, while Simple averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ClearSpace or Simple have ads?

ClearSpace shows ads; Simple does not.

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

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, and Simple every 2 weeks. Most recently, ClearSpace was updated on October 16, 2026 and Simple on October 3, 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.*