# HabitTime vs Planist

The clearest difference is rating: Planist at 5.0 against HabitTime's 4.8. Planist also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). HabitTime's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HabitTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Planist sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Planist holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively.

HabitTime ships an update weekly, Planist every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HabitTime | Planist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habittime-automatic-tracker/id6446266347/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planist-planner-and-check-list/id6468330574/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 35 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [国强 钱](https://appshunter.io/developer/371924013) | [Hangzhou Quanduan Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483142209) |

## What reviewers say

### HabitTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habittime-automatic-tracker/id6446266347)

This app helps you build and maintain personal growth habits through automatic tracking, goal setting, and self-reflection. It organizes habits into categories, offers smart tracking based on app usage and fitness data, and includes features to block distracting apps until goals are met. Plan your week, define your mission, and visualize your progress with detailed analytics.

**Highlights:** Automatic habit tracking, Categorize habits (Physical, Mental, Intellectual, Social), Self-discipline mode to block apps, Weekly planning and review, Personal mission statement and reflection, Progress analytics and visualizations, Calendar sync and reminders

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50% off - HabitTime Pro (Yearly) | $2.99 | per year |
| 50% off - HabitTime Pro (Lifetime) | $3.99 | one-time |
| HabitTime Pro (Lifetime Family) | $7.99 | one-time |


### Planist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planist-planner-and-check-list/id6468330574)

This app offers a minimalist approach to task management, focusing on completion rather than strict time tracking. It functions as a flexible text editor where tasks can be quickly recorded, organized, and marked as done with simple gestures. Data syncs across devices, ensuring your plans are always accessible.

**Highlights:** Text-based task entry, Swipe gestures for task management, Cross-device data synchronization, Minimalist and visually appealing design, Default plan templates, iCloudKit and Git sync support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Planist Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Planist Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| LIfetime Edition Flash Sale | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HabitTime free?

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

### Is Planist free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HabitTime or Planist?

Planist is rated higher. HabitTime averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Planist averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do HabitTime or Planist have ads?

Neither HabitTime nor Planist shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HabitTime or Planist?

HabitTime ships an update weekly, and Planist every 3 weeks. Most recently, HabitTime was updated on October 27, 2026 and Planist on October 24, 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.*