Comparison

FernTask vs FreelanceKit

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FernTask

This app offers straightforward daily task tracking for teams, allowing for quick task completion and creation using templates. It keeps today's tasks prominent and enables flexible task management and collaboration with activity logs for transparency. Stay connected with teammates through comments, calls, texts, and customizable notifications.

Highlights
  • Dead simple daily task tracking
  • Task templates for quick creation
  • "My Day" page for today's tasks
  • Flexible task creation, modification, and delegation
  • Activity logs for transparency
  • In-app commenting and direct communication
  • Customizable notifications
Features
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FernTask is built to provide dead simple daily task tracking for teams that aren't tied to their desks. We built it for you. You can get your team up and running in just a few minutes. * FernTask is simple: Our primary design focus is to make the most common tasks as quick as possible. Tap complete and move on to what's important. Use task templates to speed up the creation of similar tasks. * FernTask keeps the focus on today: Our design keeps today's tasks front and center with the "My Day" page. * FernTask is flexible: anyone on your team is able to create, modify and delegate tasks. This allows tasks to be managed by the team lead or driven by collaboration. Activity logs provide transparency by showing what was changed by which teammates and when the modifications occurred. * FernTask keeps you connected: Comment on a task to keep teammates informed. Tap a task's address for turn-by-turn directions. Tap your teammate's name to call or text. Customize what kind of task and team events will trigger notifications. FernTask is completely free to use for small teams of up to three people. For larger teams we provide subscriptions which include a two free week trial for new subscribers. Subscription plans are organized by team size so that one teammate's subscription can cover the entire team. Get in touch with us any time at support@ferntrail.com. We are here to answer your questions and make sure that any issues get resolved.

About

FreelanceKit

Effortlessly track time across multiple projects and devices with this intuitive application. Monitor live earnings, export data, and enjoy a seamless native experience on Apple platforms. Available in over 30 languages.

Highlights
  • Seamless iCloud synchronization
  • Mini timer mode for focus
  • Live earnings tracking
  • CSV export with customization
  • Multilingual support (30+ languages)
  • Native Apple device experience
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FreelanceKit offers an affordable, easy-to-use time tracking solution that feels right at home on your Apple devices. Built with SwiftUI, this app is intuitively designed to ensure a smooth, native experience across Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision. --- Key Features --- – Seamless Synchronization: Start tracking on a Mac and stop on your iPhone. iCloud sync ensures your data is available across all devices. – Mini Timer Mode: A distraction-free timer that makes pausing and resuming work effortless without taking too much of your screen. – Multilingual Support: Available in over 30 languages, making it universally accessible. – Live Earnings Tracking: Enter your hourly rate to see your earnings update in real-time to stay motivated! – CSV Export: Export your tracked time to open in other tools. Even customize the date format & separator! --- Perfect for Everyone --- Whether you're freelancing, studying, or managing projects, FreelanceKit is tailored to anyone looking to take control of their time. Its simplicity and cross-device compatibility mean you can focus on what matters most without losing track of time. Download FreelanceKit now to unlock your productivity potential. Start managing your projects and time more efficiently! ----- Legal Notice ----- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FernTask4 screens
FreelanceKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FreelanceKit at none against FernTask's shown. FreelanceKit also leads on device support (4 vs 2). FernTask's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FernTask sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and FreelanceKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FernTask ships an update every 5 weeks, FreelanceKit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FernTask versus FreelanceKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFernTaskFreelanceKit
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB11 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperKeith SheppardCihat Guenduez

Customer experience

FernTask

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

FreelanceKit

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FernTask

Subscriptions3
  • Growing Team Plan (Monthly)14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Midsize Team Plan (Monthly)14 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Large Team Plan (Monthly)14 Days trial$19.991 Month
3 purchases

FreelanceKit

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Premium (Yearly)$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium (Lifetime)$29.99

Questions

Is FernTask free?
FernTask is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FreelanceKit free?
FreelanceKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FernTask or FreelanceKit have ads?
FernTask shows ads; FreelanceKit does not.
Which is updated more often, FernTask or FreelanceKit?
FernTask ships an update every 5 weeks, and FreelanceKit every 2 months. Most recently, FernTask was updated on June 11, 2026 and FreelanceKit on August 15, 2026.

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