Comparison

RedPill vs NextThree

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

Head to head
About

RedPill

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. Set custom schedules and daily usage limits to improve focus and productivity. It offers a free version with optional premium features for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • One-click app and website blocking
  • Scheduled focus sessions
  • Adjustable daily app usage limits
  • Customizable blocking schedules
  • Free to use with optional premium subscription
Features
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Features: FAST, ONE-CLICK APPS / WEBSITES BLOCKING. The simplest way to block apps. Tap the "Start" button, and your apps are blocked! SCHEDULED FOCUS SESSIONS. You can customize blocking schedules to activate on specific days or times. For instance, you can block social media apps during work hours, or ensure work-related apps are inaccessible while you're at home. ADJUSTABLE DAILY USAGE LIMITS FOR APPS. E.g. if you want to spend no more than 15 minutes a day on Instagram, set up an app limit on the 'Limits' page and watch your addiction disappear. IT'S FREE You can use RedPill for free. Purchasing a subscription is not mandatory to use the app, but it is required to unlock all features. Subscription is managed by Apple. Don't know how to cancel? Instruction is here: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy policy: https://redpillapp.io/privacy-policy/ Terms of use: https://redpillapp.io/terms-of-use/

About

NextThree

This app helps overcome procrastination by breaking down tasks into small, manageable steps. It provides the next three micro-actions to get you started, making it easier to build momentum and complete your goals.

Highlights
  • Breaks tasks into micro-steps
  • One-tap simplicity
  • Builds momentum quickly
  • Customizable tasks
  • Unlimited access unlock
Features
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NextThree is a minimalist app for everyday people stuck in “can’t start” procrastination mode. Starting is the hardest. So we only give you one thing: the next three. Once you do the first three micro-steps, you’re already moving—and it’s easier to keep going. How it works • Put in your task (or pick a common one) • Tap Let’s do it • Get your next three micro-steps (each ≤ 5 minutes) • Tap 3 More Steps to get the next three • Repeat until you’re rolling Why it works • Breaks big, overwhelming tasks into tiny actions • Removes friction with one-tap simplicity • Builds momentum fast—three steps at a time Try it free • Includes 10 free tasks • Unlock Unlimited Forever for $0.99 (one-time, no subscription) NextThree doesn’t ask you to “be disciplined.” It helps you start—and starting changes everything.

Screenshots

RedPill4 screens
NextThree3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NextThree at none against RedPill's shown. NextThree also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). RedPill's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, rating, 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. RedPill sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and NextThree sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RedPill against 5.0 for NextThree. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedPill has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, NextThree daily. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RedPill versus NextThree: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRedPillNextThree
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandr KulagaCho Yan Yam

Customer experience

RedPill

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NextThree

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

In-app purchases

7 purchases

RedPill

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99
1 purchases

NextThree

One-time1
  • Unlimited$0.99

Questions

Is RedPill free?
RedPill is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NextThree free?
NextThree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RedPill or NextThree?
RedPill and NextThree are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do RedPill or NextThree have ads?
RedPill shows ads; NextThree does not.
Which is updated more often, RedPill or NextThree?
RedPill ships an update every 5 days, and NextThree daily. Most recently, RedPill was updated on October 12, 2026 and NextThree on October 4, 2026.

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