Comparison

nag vs Routinely

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

Head to head
About

nag

This app ensures you never forget tasks by repeatedly sending notifications until they are marked as complete. It offers flexible scheduling for recurring and one-time reminders, with options to snooze or dismiss directly from the notification. Additional features include a focus timer, logbook, and home screen widget.

Highlights
  • Reminders that don't give up
  • Postpone from notification
  • Reliable repeat scheduling
  • Set reminders in seconds
  • Focus timer and logbook
  • Works fully offline
  • No account needed
Features
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Hi there, here are Nadine & Robin, the two founders of nag. Most reminder apps remind you once and then give up. nag doesn't. It comes back, over and over, until you actually mark the thing as done. That's the whole idea. WHY WE BUILT IT We forgot things. Small things like paying a bill, taking a pill, redeeming a coupon. Recurring things like the compost, the laundry, drinking enough water. So we tried the reminder apps out there (more than a hundred of them sat on our phones) and we always hit the same two walls. First, they remind you once and then go quiet. A reminder arrives at a bad moment, you swipe it away, and it's gone for good. We wanted one that keeps coming until the job is done. A few apps could do it, but they gave up in endurance testing after a couple of weeks, so you could never really rely on them. Second, they are either bloated with features you never asked for, or so simple they break on a real repeat. We wanted an app that does a few things better than anyone else. So we built nag. We have been working on it with several people since 2019. Every reminder app can fire once. What separates them is the second reminder, and the fiftieth. The one you swiped away at a red light. The monthly one on the 31st. The yearly one in a leap year. Most apps quietly drop those, and you find out when it is already too late. We have spent seven years on exactly those cases. It is the least glamorous work in software, and it is the entire product. WHAT YOU GET Reminders that don't give up Firing once is easy. Coming back is the hard part. Every repeat is re-checked against a reference implementation before we ship a release, so your monthly reminder lands on the right day. An overdue nag comes back at the interval you choose, every 5 minutes, every 15, or hourly, until you tick it off. Postpone straight from the notification +10 minutes, +1 hour, +1 day, or done. The app stays closed. Repeats that hold From "every day at 7" to "every 3rd Monday of the second month". Monthly and yearly nags land on the right day, every time. Set a reminder in seconds Write it the way you would say it, or use the time picker with 12 presets you can change. Focus timer, logbook and widget Time a task, look back at everything you finished, and keep what's next on your Home Screen. Works fully offline You don't need internet to get reminded. Even after three weeks without a connection, your reminders fire as scheduled. No account needed nag works completely without one. Sign in with Apple or Google only if you want your reminders backed up and synced across devices. WHAT OUR USERS SAY "I really like that the app pings reminders several times, so if I miss the first, it keeps going. Instead of silently sitting in the notification tray." "I love it! It's on my home screen next to my calendar. Love that the reminders are simultaneously REALLY easy to make short ones, AND able to make detailed ones." "Awesome! Saved me from multiple alarms. My daughter and I both have ADHD and have such a difficult time remembering small details, so we were constantly forgetting keys, lunch, homework, meeting notes." SUBSCRIPTION nag comes with a free trial. It then continues as an auto-renewing subscription. The trial length and the price for your country are shown in the app before you buy, and you can cancel anytime in your App Store settings. No ads, no selling of your data. The subscription is what keeps nag running and bug-free for years. Terms of Use: https://nagreminder.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://nagreminder.com/privacy If you have questions, just write to us. We answer ourselves and we look forward to your message. All the best from Switzerland Nadine & Robin

About

Routinely

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Routinely: Habit & Task - Stay organized and increase your productivity with our all-in-one task management app. With a seamless blend of to-do list, calendar, and scheduling features, this app helps you plan, prioritize, and stay on top of your tasks. Perfect for anyone looking to boost their time management skills, this app provides an easy-to-use solution for daily, weekly, and monthly task organization. Key Features: - Integrated Calendar View: See your entire schedule at a glance with a clean, organized calendar format. Effortlessly view all tasks, appointments, and events in one place. - Customizable Task Management: Add tasks with specific start times, deadlines, and priority levels to keep everything in order. Set multiple reminders to ensure you never miss an important task. - 15-Minute Prior Notification: Receive timely push notifications 15 minutes before a task is due, helping you stay ahead and manage your time effectively. - Priority-Based Sorting: Automatically sort tasks by priority to ensure you're always focusing on the most urgent tasks first, helping you stay productive. - Task Categories: Organize tasks by categories, making it easy to differentiate work, personal, or other types of to-dos. - Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Views: Customize your view to fit your needs—whether you're looking at tasks for the day, week, or month, you’ll always have an organized view of your schedule. - Recurring Tasks: Set up recurring tasks to automatically repeat on specified days, reducing the need for manual input. - User-Friendly Interface: Designed with simplicity in mind, this app is easy to navigate, allowing you to add and manage tasks quickly and efficiently. - Task Progress Tracking: Track the progress of your tasks and mark them as complete once finished. Stay on top of everything you need to do. - Notes & Attachments: Add extra details to your tasks by attaching files or adding notes to ensure you have all the information you need. Why Choose This App? This app is perfect for busy professionals, students, or anyone looking to streamline their task management process. Whether you're managing your work schedule, personal life, or special projects, this app will keep you on track and organized. With features that help prioritize tasks and send timely reminders, you’ll find yourself more productive and focused throughout the day. Stay on Top of Your Day Managing your tasks has never been easier. With this app, you’ll have everything you need to manage your to-do list, calendar, and schedule all in one place. Download today and start organizing your life with ease! Maximize your time management, increase your productivity, and stay organized by using this app as your go-to tool for task and calendar management. Never forget a deadline or important task again! Our app helps you balance work, personal tasks, and special events while ensuring you always stay on top of your busy life.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Routinely at none against nag's 5. nag's advantage is device support. On price and iOS requirement 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. nag sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Routinely asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
nag versus Routinely: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternagRoutinely
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — better—
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobin KunzHimanshu Nag

In-app purchases

5 purchases

nag

Subscriptions4
  • nag Pro — Weekly$9.997 Days
  • nag Pro — Yearly3 Days trial$19.001 Year
  • nag Pro — Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Annual Subscription14 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • nag Pro — Lifetime$149.99
None

Routinely

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is nag free?
nag is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Routinely free?
Routinely is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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