# DrinkControl vs Days Since

The clearest difference is update cadence: Days Since at weekly against DrinkControl's monthly. Days Since also leads on chart position (#176 vs unranked) and ratings volume (19K vs 4.3K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DrinkControl sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Days Since sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DrinkControl against 4.8 for Days Since. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.3K and 19K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of DrinkControl's written reviews are positive against 93% of Days Since's.

DrinkControl ships an update monthly, Days Since weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DrinkControl | Days Since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drinkcontrol-alcohol-tracker/id456207840/reviews) | [4.8 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/days-since-quit-habit-tracker/id1445348921/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4.3K | **19K** |
| Positive reviews | **94.2% of reviews** | 93.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#176** |
| Size | 54 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [E-protect](https://appshunter.io/developer/1008055763) | [A Couple of Friends OOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445348680) |

## What reviewers say

### DrinkControl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drinkcontrol-alcohol-tracker/id456207840)

This app helps you track your alcohol intake, calories, and expenses. It converts drinks into standard alcohol units and provides insights into your drinking habits to help you cut back or stay mindful. Features include history tracking, dry day streaks, and personalized statistics.

**Highlights:** Track drinks, alcohol units, and calories, Monitor alcohol expenses, View drinking history in a calendar, Mark dry/sober days and streaks, Analyze alcohol and calorie consumption trends, Sync with Apple Health, Personalized drink infographics

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly tip/donation | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| DrinkControl Plus (monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| DrinkControl Premium (monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium | $6.99 | per year |
| DrinkControl Premium (yearly) | $11.99 | per year |
| DrinkControl Plus (annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Generous Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium features (promo) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium features | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 📊 Helpful data visualization
- 💰 Tracks cost and savings
- 🎉 Motivating dry day celebrations
- 🔍 Provides eye-opening awareness of consumption

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔢 Limited drink size and ABV options
- 🚫 Can't set custom drink limits
- 💻 Suboptimal interface design
- 🕰️ Lacks time-of-day tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Calendar view shows incorrect day colors
- Email button opens wrong mail app

**Requested features**

- Add custom drink size and ABV options
- Allow users to set their own drink limits
- Improve overall UI and UX
- Implement time-of-day tracking for drinks


### Days Since

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/days-since-quit-habit-tracker/id1445348921)

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Break free from bad habits with this tracker. Create custom counters for any vice, like smoking, and visualize your progress. Stay motivated by seeing how long you've gone without giving in, helping you achieve your goals.

**Highlights:** Custom habit counters, Track progress visually, Motivation through tracking, Break bad habits, Sober time counter

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Count Up Club - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Count Up Club - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| (DISCOUNT) Count Up Club | $11.99 | per year |
| Count Up Club - Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| (DISCOUNT) Premium | $23.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Count Up Club - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |
| Premium - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive and responsive
- 💡 Customizable counters and colors
- 🔒 Secure with Face ID/passcode
- 🔥 Helpful for breaking bad habits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches
- 💰 Subscription model could be improved
- 📱 Limited widget/Apple Watch support
- 🖍 Desire for more color options

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not always displaying correctly
- Occasional data sync issues across devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit/pause counters
- Notification system for milestones
- Folder/category organization
- Integration with other health apps
- Option to track money saved


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DrinkControl free?

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

### Is Days Since free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DrinkControl or Days Since?

DrinkControl and Days Since are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4.3K and 19K ratings respectively.

### Do DrinkControl or Days Since have ads?

Neither DrinkControl nor Days Since shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DrinkControl or Days Since?

DrinkControl ships an update monthly, and Days Since weekly. Most recently, DrinkControl was updated on September 24, 2026 and Days Since on September 24, 2026.

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