Comparison

Open Loops vs Clareo

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

Head to head
About

Open Loops

This app helps you break down large goals into actionable steps, eliminating overwhelm and procrastination. It offers multiple views, cross-device syncing, and integration with other tools to foster mental clarity and purposeful progress.

Highlights
  • Break down goals into actionable steps
  • Define overarching life goals
  • Map out steps with Subloops
  • Focus on immediate next actions
  • Journaling and review tools
  • Multiple views (lists, boards, timelines)
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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Open Loops: Clarify Your Goals, Take Action, Reflect Designed for high-achievers and deep thinkers, Open Loops transforms the way you approach productivity. Inspired by Getting Things Done by David Allen, it helps you break overwhelming goals into actionable steps—so you can take control of your life without the mental clutter. With a simple tap, define your Open Loops—your overarching life goals—then create Subloops to map out the steps. Every loop contains Next Actions, keeping you laser-focused on the immediate step forward. By removing uncertainty, Open Loops eliminates procrastination and fear of getting started. Why choose Open Loops? Open Loops is more than a task manager—it’s a system for mental clarity and purposeful progress. • Eliminate overwhelm by structuring your biggest goals into manageable loops and next actions. • Instantly clarify what’s next—no more second-guessing what to do or where to start. • Reflect and refine your progress with built-in journaling and review tools. • Multiple views for flexibility—see your loops as lists, boards, or timelines to match your workflow. • Sync across devices—stay on top of your goals wherever you go. • Boost accountability by assigning tasks, adding deadlines, and tracking habits. • Integrate with your favorite tools like Google Calendar, Notion, and more. • Unlock deep focus by structuring your work and life with intention. Open Loops on Apple iOS • A beautifully designed interface that makes goal-setting effortless. • Stay aligned from your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with seamless sync across desktop. • Natural language input lets you create next actions in seconds—just type “email mentor tomorrow at 10am” and Open Loops handles the rest. • Personalized productivity insights help you track your progress and refine your approach. Start turning your ambitions into reality—one loop at a time.

About

Clareo

Features
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Clareo is a task planner that turns a crowded Inbox into clear next actions—one card at a time. Capture quickly, swipe through Clarify, then choose what deserves your attention today. No Clareo account or third-party tracking. Your tasks stay on your device and can sync through your private iCloud. A LIGHTER WAY THROUGH YOUR TASKS • Capture a task in seconds without stopping to organize it • Duplicate a task’s title and notes when similar work comes up • Clarify your Inbox with simple cards and clear choices • Send each item to Next Actions, Projects, Someday, Reference, or Today • Handle a quick action with the built-in 2-minute timer • Keep Today short, visible, and ready to complete FIND IT. FINISH IT. REMEMBER IT. • Search active and completed tasks when you need the detail again • Review your most recent completions in the Logbook • Build a steady rhythm with streaks, daily digests, and due reminders • Add a task or check your Inbox with Siri and Shortcuts • Keep tasks in view with Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Choose from four bright pastel themes in Light or Dark appearance CLAREO PREMIUM Premium is a one-time unlock for people who want deeper focus and reflection: • Focus timer with preset and custom durations • Repeating tasks for the work that returns • Full Logbook with monthly and yearly calendars and day-by-day completion history • Weekly Report and Clarify Insight for progress and sorting patterns • Progress widgets for weekly activity and streaks • Suggested tags based on how you use Clareo PRIVATE BY DESIGN Clareo does not require its own account. Your task data is stored on your device and can sync with your private iCloud. There are no ads and no third-party tracking. Capture what is on your mind. Clarify the next action. Make today feel doable.

Screenshots

Open Loops4 screens
Clareo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Open Loops at none against Clareo's 4. Open Loops also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Clareo sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Open Loops asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Open Loops versus Clareo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpen LoopsClareo
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKalyanraman VenkatramanYoungWon Studio

In-app purchases

None

Open Loops

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Clareo

One-time4
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Clareo Premium$4.99
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  • Large Tip$4.99

Questions

Is Open Loops free?
Open Loops is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Clareo free?
Clareo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Open Loops or Clareo have ads?
Neither Open Loops nor Clareo shows ads.

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