# TantalusPath vs RankUp

The clearest difference is update cadence: RankUp at weekly against TantalusPath's every 3 months. RankUp also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TantalusPath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and RankUp sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 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 TantalusPath against 5.0 for RankUp. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

TantalusPath ships an update every 3 months, RankUp weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TantalusPath | RankUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tantaluspath/id6504832898/reviews) | [5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rankup-ranked-discipline/id6789361848/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 102 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Serendipity Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1754009660) | [Daniel Nwah](https://appshunter.io/developer/6789361850) |

## What reviewers say

### TantalusPath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tantaluspath/id6504832898)

This app uses random positive reinforcement to help you achieve your goals and align with your values. It guides you through a cycle of anticipating, earning, and enjoying rewards, with customizable options and progress-based unlocks.

**Highlights:** Random positive reinforcement, Goal and value alignment, Reward anticipation and earning, Customizable reward pools, Unlockable progress and story, Tips on intermittent rewards

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tantalus Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Gem bundle | $59.99 | one-time |


### RankUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rankup-ranked-discipline/id6789361848)

This app gamifies productivity by turning tasks like studying or working out into a ranked competition. Earn experience points, climb ranks from E to S, and maintain your streak to avoid decay. Compete with friends in squads or challenge others to head-to-head duels.

**Highlights:** Log work with photo proof, Earn XP and climb ranks (E-S), Rank decay for inactivity, Compete in squads with friends, Challenge others to duels, Declare rest days to avoid decay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RankUp Pro College | $4.99 | per month |
| RankUp Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| RankUp Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Streak Shield 3-Pack | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TantalusPath free?

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

### Is RankUp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TantalusPath or RankUp?

TantalusPath and RankUp are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 8 ratings respectively.

### Do TantalusPath or RankUp have ads?

Neither TantalusPath nor RankUp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TantalusPath or RankUp?

TantalusPath ships an update every 3 months, and RankUp weekly. Most recently, TantalusPath was updated on November 4, 2026 and RankUp on October 31, 2026.

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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.*