# Monk Mode vs Start Now

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Monk Mode at 6 against Start Now's 1. Start Now's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monk Mode sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Start Now sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Monk Mode against 5.0 for Start Now. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monk Mode has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monk Mode | Start Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monk-mode-screen-time-control/id6478087947/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-now-5-minute-timer/id6787913910/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 70 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Red Eye Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731738238) | [CHIAMAKA N EKWEGH](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787913912) |

## What reviewers say

### Monk Mode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monk-mode-screen-time-control/id6478087947)

Regain control of your attention with this productivity tool that combines a minimalist phone mode with app and website blocking. Designed to combat digital distractions and enhance concentration, it helps users achieve focused work sessions.

**Highlights:** Minimalist phone mode, App blocker, Website blocker, Distraction control, Focus enhancement, 3-day free trial

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Minimal Phone Feature | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bundle & Save | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $99.99 | one-time |


### Start Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-now-5-minute-timer/id6787913910)

This app helps you overcome procrastination by focusing on starting tasks with a simple, one-tap timer. Track your progress and build consistency with a clean, minimalist design.

**Highlights:** One-tap focus timer, Unlimited task creation (Pro), Progress tracking, Daily and weekly stats, Gentle reminders, Minimalist design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start Now Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monk Mode free?

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

### Is Start Now free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Monk Mode or Start Now?

Monk Mode and Start Now are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Monk Mode or Start Now have ads?

Neither Monk Mode nor Start Now shows ads.

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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.*