Comparison

Stoic vs Forge

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

Head to head
About

Stoic

Access daily inspirational wisdom from ancient Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca. This app helps cultivate resilience, reduce stress, and promote mindfulness through handpicked quotes and smart reminders. Enjoy a calm, distraction-free experience with offline access to your favorite reflections.

Highlights
  • Daily Stoic quotes
  • Smart reminders for reflection
  • Minimalist design
  • Offline quote access
  • Mindset coaching
Features
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Discover Timeless Wisdom with Stoic – Daily Quotes Step into the world of ancient Stoicism and find daily inspiration from the greatest minds in history. Stoic – Daily Quotes delivers powerful reflections from Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus to help you navigate life with strength, clarity, and calm. Whether you're looking to boost resilience, reduce stress, or cultivate mindfulness, Stoic is your daily companion for inner growth. Key Features: - Daily Stoic Quotes – Get handpicked wisdom every day to inspire thoughtful living - Reliable Daily Rituals – Morning and evening reminders that arrive like clockwork, at times you choose - Choose Your Philosopher – Filter quotes by Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, or Epictetus to focus on the voice that speaks to you - Daily Streak – Build a consistent practice and watch your streak grow the more you show up - Personal Reflections – Add your own notes to any quote and turn reading into journaling - Elegant, Minimal Design – A calm and distraction-free reading experience - Offline Mode – Save and access your favorite quotes anytime, even without internet Why Choose Stoic? This isn't just another quote app—it's a mindset coach. Stoic helps you build mental strength, embrace calm, and live with intention through ancient but timeless philosophy. Download Stoic today and begin your journey toward a more grounded and purposeful life.

About

Forge

This app is a streamlined workout tracker designed for weightlifters. It focuses on fast logging, progress tracking, and consistency without social media distractions. Features include customizable routines, personal record tracking, and optional accountability partners.

Highlights
  • Fast set logging
  • Automatic rest timer
  • Personal record tracking
  • Weekly goal setting
  • Customizable workout routines
  • Optional accountability partners
  • Apple Watch integration
Features
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A workout tracker built for people who actually lift. No influencer feeds. No comparison games. Just a fast, focused tool to log your training and track progress over time. BUILT FOR SPEED - Log sets with two taps. Rest timer starts automatically. Previous weights show up so you know what to beat. When you're mid-workout and breathing heavy, the last thing you need is a complicated app. TRACK WHAT MATTERS • Weekly goal with day-by-day progress • Year-to-date workout count • Personal records across all exercises • Total volume lifted over time • Current streak WORKOUT YOUR WAY • 60+ exercises across all muscle groups • Create custom presets for your routines • Quick-start templates for Push, Pull, Legs, and more • Cardio tracking with pace, distance, and heart rate • Ab workout templates for quick add-ons STAY CONSISTENT - Set a weekly goal. See your progress. That's it. The calendar view shows your training patterns without turning fitness into a video game. ACCOUNTABILIBUDDIES - Optional accountability partners. Send a quick message when a friend hasn't trained in a while. No public posts, no likes, no performance pressure—just quiet support between people who get it. APPLE WATCH READY - Connect your watch to capture heart rate during workouts. See your zones, effort score, and recovery metrics. YOUR DATA, YOUR DEVICE - Workouts sync to your account but health data stays on your phone. No ads. No selling your information.

Screenshots

Stoic4 screens
Forge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Stoic at none against Forge's shown. Stoic also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Stoic against 5.0 for Forge. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stoic versus Forge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStoicForge
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB46 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAli Eren SEVINCJOSHUA LEONARD MORRISON

Customer experience

Stoic

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Forge

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Stoic

No in-app purchases

None

Forge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stoic free?
Stoic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Forge free?
Forge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Stoic or Forge?
Stoic and Forge are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Stoic or Forge have ads?
Forge shows ads; Stoic does not.

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