5plus2 vs My Next
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
5plus2
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Revolutionize Your Day with the 5plus2 App! Welcome to the 5plus2 App β the ultimate tool inspired by the groundbreaking 5plus2 methodology, designed to transform your task management and skyrocket your productivity. Say goodbye to overwhelming to-do lists and hello to a smarter way of working! Why 5plus2? The 5plus2 methodology isn't just another task management system. It's a lifestyle change, rooted in cognitive psychology and productivity science. By fusing the best elements of the Ivy Lee Method and the 1-3-5 rule with cutting-edge cognitive theories, the 5plus2 App is your gateway to unparalleled efficiency. Key Features: Smart Task Hierarchy: Organize your day with a focus on five main tasks, ranked by importance and time required, plus a two-task reserve for unexpected needs. This intuitive structure aligns with your brain's natural capacity, making task management feel like second nature. The Task Pool: An innovative feature based on the Extended Mind theory. Offload less urgent tasks to the Task Pool, reducing cognitive overload and keeping your focus sharp on immediate priorities. Cognitive Efficiency: Tailored reminders and interactive tools enhance your cognitive processes, helping you work smarter, not harder. Adaptable and Flexible: The app is designed for the unpredictable rhythm of modern life. It's as flexible as your day demands, adapting seamlessly to changing priorities. Empirical Backing: Backed by rigorous research and empirical studies, the 5plus2 App has proven its effectiveness in enhancing task completion rates, improving time management, and reducing cognitive stress. Join the Productivity Revolution: Professionals: Master your workload with enhanced focus and clarity. Students: Balance studies, work, and personal life effortlessly. Everyone: Reclaim your time and enjoy a more organized, productive life. Future-Forward: We're not stopping here. The 5plus2 App is committed to evolving. With ongoing research and user feedback, we continuously refine our approach, integrating technological advances and cognitive strategies. The 5plus2 App is more than an application β it's your personal productivity coach. It's time to experience the power of structured simplicity and cognitive efficiency. Download the 5plus2 App today and start transforming the way you manage your tasks and time! Embrace the future of productivity β embrace the 5plus2 App.
My Next
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My Next: Todo is a calm, private planning app for your personal life β not work. Plan your week with clarity, manage your days with focus, and keep your app content on your device. WEEKLY PLANNING Create plans for your week or month and organize them in list or kanban view. Set up a weekly routine so recurring tasks are added automatically each new week. Move todos between Unplanned, Planned, and Done with simple gestures. DAILY FOCUS See todayβs todos at a glance, sorted by time. Swipe right to complete, swipe left to skip, or move a todo to another day. Use notifications to stay on track and act directly from the lock screen. WAKE ALARM Set tomorrowβs alarm from the day view or plan each weekday in Weekly Routine. Preview built-in melodies, choose optional gradual volume, and adjust snooze. Prefer no sound? Choose haptic delivery, which follows your system settings, or a silent notification. Add a bedtime reminder based on your desired sleep and wind-down time. Optionally hold todo notifications during the night and snooze until you stop the alarm. With a silent notification, held notifications are released at the scheduled alarm time. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT No account required. No ads. Your app content stays on your device, under your control. Optional anonymous usage analytics contain no todo or alarm content and can be turned off completely. Back up anytime to iCloud, Files, Dropbox, or AirDrop. CALM BY DESIGN No gamification. No streaks. No pressure. Just a simple, thoughtful app that helps you bring structure and clarity to your personal life. FREE FOREVER Create up to 3 plans, auto-generate 2 weeks ahead, set up to 5 repeating todos, and use every Wake Alarm feature on 3 active alarm days. Extra adds unlimited alarm days, plans, and repeating todos. Terms of Use (EULA): https://mynextstudio.com/my-next/todo/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://mynextstudio.com/my-next/todo/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 5plus2 at none against My Next's 7. 5plus2 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. My Next sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 5plus2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
5plus2 ships an update fortnightly, My Next monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 5plus2 | My Next |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly β better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Doktype s.r.o. | Lars Bruce |
In-app purchases
5plus2
No in-app purchases
My Next
- Extra Monthly$1.991 Month
- My Next: Extra$2.991 Month
- Extra Yearly$14.991 Year
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- My Next: Extra$24.991 Year
- Coffee$2.99
- Support$4.99
- Super Supporter$9.99









