Daily Philosophy vs How {Things} Work
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Daily Philosophy
This app provides daily philosophical insights, quotes, and profiles of great thinkers. Explore historical eras, key concepts, and engage in reflective practices with meditative visuals. It's designed for personal growth and intellectual exploration.
- Daily philosophical quotes
- Philosopher profiles and biographies
- Exploration of historical eras
- Over 30 philosophical topics
- Daily reflective practices
- Meditative animated visuals
- Philosophical widgets
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Welcome to Daily Philosophy, a haven for thinkers and seekers alike. Our app offers a daily dose of philosophical wisdom, guiding you on a journey through the minds of history's greatest thinkers. Immerse yourself in a world where ancient wisdom meets modern reflection, tailored for the curious soul. What's Inside: • Daily Wisdom: Start each day with compelling quotes from renowned philosophers. • Philosopher Profiles: Explore the lives, eras, and impactful ideas of philosophical legends. • Journey Through Time: Travel from the Ancient world to the Enlightenment in our time period collections. • Explore Concepts: Over 30 philosophical topics, including Aristotle’s Ethics and Descartes' Cogito. • Reflective Practice: Daily reflections rooted in philosophies from Stoicism to Buddhism. • Meditative Visuals: Enhance your reflection with serene, animated visuals. • Philosophical Widgets: Adorn your screen with daily quotes for a burst of inspiration. Key Features: • Curated Content: Rich, thoughtfully selected content for daily engagement. • Interactive Exploration: Dive into philosophy with an interactive and engaging interface. • Tranquil Meditation: Unique visuals for a complete, peaceful meditative experience. Why Choose Daily Philosophy? Daily Philosophy isn't just an app; it's a companion on your path to personal growth and intellectual exploration. It's designed for anyone who seeks meaning in the everyday, offering a unique mix of historical wisdom and contemporary reflection techniques. Transform your daily routine into a journey of self-discovery and mindful learning. Download Daily Philosophy now and embark on a journey of enlightenment, one day at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
How {Things} Work
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Ever wondered how a microwave actually heats your dinner? How Wi-Fi gets through walls? How an MRI sees inside you without cutting you open? How {things} Work is a field guide to the machinery of modern life - short, plainspoken explainers about the everyday objects, systems, and ideas that quietly run the world. Every topic has three reading depths. - The short version - a paragraph that answers the question. - Go Deeper - a more technical pass, already prepared. - The Full Picture - edge cases, context, and broader connections. What's inside the first release: - Around 200 topics across 30 categories - from home appliances and transport, to your senses, the weather, money, materials, AI, and more - A quick quiz at the end of each topic, so the details stay - Bookmarks for the ones you want to come back to - Source links at the foot of every topic Built to read calmly. No accounts. No ads. No tracking. Works fully offline once installed. Read on the train, in bed, or in the kitchen while something's in the oven. For the curious - and for anyone who keeps getting asked "how does that actually work?"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: How {Things} Work at none against Daily Philosophy's 2. How {Things} Work also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Daily Philosophy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. How {Things} Work asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Daily Philosophy | How {Things} Work |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (341 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 341 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Paul Breslin | ccburns.me |
Bugs and requests
Daily Philosophy
Reported bugs
5 issues- App stopped working
- App doesn't load
- Quote of the day not visible
- Not working on iPhone 13 PM
- White circle animation issue when starting exercise
Requested features
2 requests- More phrases in rotation or option to add custom ones
- More content by Noam Chomsky
How {Things} Work
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Daily Philosophy
- Daily Philosophy Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Daily Philosophy Pro1 Month trial$29.991 Year
How {Things} Work
No in-app purchases
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