# Strides vs Habit Tracker

The clearest difference is update cadence: Habit Tracker at every 3 days against Strides's every 2 weeks. Habit Tracker also leads on chart position (#158 vs unranked) and ratings volume (148K vs 19K). Strides's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 69%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Strides sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Habit Tracker sells 6 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 — 4.8 for Strides against 4.8 for Habit Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Habit Tracker has 148K ratings behind it against 19K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Strides's written reviews are positive against 69% of Habit Tracker's.

Strides ships an update every 2 weeks, Habit Tracker every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Strides | Habit Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strides-habit-tracker-plus-goals/id672401817/reviews) | **[4.8 (148K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habit-tracker/id1438388363/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19K | **148K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.1% of reviews** | 69.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#158** |
| Size | 147 MB | 303 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Goals LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/507975203) | [InnerGrow](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828382777) |

## What reviewers say

### Strides

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strides-habit-tracker-plus-goals/id672401817)

This app helps you organize your habits, routines, and goals in a single to-do list. Track progress with reminders and charts, and choose from over 150 templates or create your own. Get organized and build your perfect routine.

**Highlights:** Habit and goal tracking, Customizable trackers, 150+ templates, Progress reports and charts, Reminders, Daily checklist

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strides Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Strides Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| Strides Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Strides Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| Strides Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Strides Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Strides Plus | $39.99 | one-time |
| Strides Plus | $99.99 | one-time |
| Strides Plus | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Flexible and customizable
- 📊 Detailed progress tracking
- 🔄 Helpful for building habits
- 🎯 Effective for achieving goals
- 🤖 Seamless integration with Apple Watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Limited free version features
- 🐛 Syncing and notification issues
- 🕰️ Lack of time-tracking capabilities
- 🗂️ Difficulty organizing multiple habits

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after iOS 14.8 update
- Incorrect data logging and display issues
- Notification bugs showing outdated information

**Requested features**

- Allow more than 3 habits in free version
- Add time tracking and time-based goals
- Improve syncing and notification reliability
- Introduce more customization and organization options
- Provide a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


### Habit Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habit-tracker/id1438388363)

**Currently charting:** #158 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you build lasting habits and achieve your goals with a simple daily planner. It offers features like group habits, mood tracking, and smart reminders to keep you motivated and on track. The app also provides insightful statistics and reports to visualize your progress.

**Highlights:** Build and quit habits, Flexible goal tracking with specific units, Group habits for social motivation, Insightful stats and habit reports, Mood tracking and HRV stress monitor, Smart and multiple reminders, Widgets for easy access, ADHD friendly planning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Habit Premium Yearly | $7.99 | per year |
| Enhance Yourself | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Family | $12.99 | one-time |
| Habit Promo | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Customizable and user-friendly interface
- 🚀 Efficient and intuitive habit tracking
- 💡 Comprehensive data visualization and progress tracking
- 🔒 Secure and reliable app with no ads
- 💰 Affordable one-time premium purchase option

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Lack of iCloud sync and cross-device support
- 🔒 Limited free version with restricted features
- 🕰️ Inflexible habit scheduling options

**Reported bugs**

- Habit data not syncing correctly across devices
- Habit reminders not working as expected
- Unexpected behavior when editing habit details
- App crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track 'negative' habits or limits
- Improve habit editing and rearranging functionality
- Implement more flexible habit scheduling options
- Enhance Apple Watch integration with timer and tracking features
- Provide option to export data in CSV format


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Strides free?

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

### Is Habit Tracker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Strides or Habit Tracker?

Habit Tracker is rated higher. Strides averages 4.8 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Habit Tracker averages 4.8 from 148K ratings.

### Do Strides or Habit Tracker have ads?

Neither Strides nor Habit Tracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Strides or Habit Tracker?

Strides ships an update every 2 weeks, and Habit Tracker every 3 days. Most recently, Strides was updated on October 30, 2026 and Habit Tracker on October 30, 2026.

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