Comparison

TaskTracks vs Shadow Work Journal

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

Head to head
About

TaskTracks

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TaskTrack is a history-centered task manager for the things you do repeatedly but keep forgetting. When did you last wash your bedding, mop the floor, or replace your car's air filter? TaskTrack records everything, tracks it, and reminds you at the right time. Key features: - Log and manage tasks: create a task in one line and add a record each time you complete it. - Time gaps at a glance: TaskTrack automatically shows how long passed between records (3 days, 2 weeks, 1 month…). The longer you've put something off, the more it stands out. - Smart reminders: set an interval like "3 days after my last record." Every time you log the task, the next reminder is automatically rescheduled. - iCloud sync: your tasks and history sync automatically across devices signed in to the same Apple ID. No sign-up, no login. - Full history: see every past record and how often you actually get things done. - Intuitive sorting: recently updated tasks stay at the top. No accounts, no servers. Your data lives only on your device and in your own iCloud. With a simple interface and powerful features, TaskTrack helps you manage everyday life β€” never forget what matters, and use your time well.

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Shadow Work Journal

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Meet the parts of yourself you've kept in the dark. Penumbra is a private, beautifully simple shadow work journal that helps you understand your triggers, heal old wounds, and come home to who you really are β€” one honest prompt at a time. Shadow work is the practice of exploring the hidden parts of yourself: the fears, patterns, and emotions you learned to push away. Bringing them into the light is how real, lasting change begins. Penumbra makes that work approachable, gentle, and yours alone. β€” GUIDED JOURNEYS β€” 19 themed paths with 200+ deep, therapist-style prompts: Meet Your Shadow, Inner Child, Self-Sabotage, Fear & Anxiety, Anger, Relationships, Self-Worth, Forgiveness, Boundaries, Grief, Shame, Mother & Father Wounds, Money Stories, Work & Purpose, Perfectionism, Jealousy, Attachment, Identity, and more. β€” GUIDED TOOLS β€” β€’ Guided Session β€” process a charged moment, step by step β€’ Core Belief Explorer β€” trace a limiting belief to its root β€’ Parts Work β€” meet a part of yourself with curiosity (IFS-inspired) β€’ Multi-day Courses β€” Meet Your Inner Critic, Reparenting, Self-Compassion β€” TRACK & SEE PATTERNS β€” β€’ Daily check-in: mood, energy and anxiety in 10 seconds β€’ Trigger tracker: capture what set you off and why β€’ Shadow archetypes: notice the Inner Critic, People-Pleaser and more β€’ Private insights, weekly review, emotional timeline & trends β€” all on-device, no AI β€” REFLECT YOUR WAY β€” β€’ A fresh daily prompt and a streak to keep you coming back β€’ Write or record a voice note; tag mood, emotions and archetypes β€’ Dream journal and daily grounding affirmations β€” YOURS ALONE β€” Everything stays on your device. Lock your journal behind Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode. No accounts, no cloud, no one watching. β€” GENTLE & SAFE β€” Grounding exercises and crisis resources are one tap away. A soft, modern interface for dark and light mode, with a reminder you can set to any time. Meet your shadow. Reclaim your light. β€” PENUMBRA PRO β€” Unlock every guided journey and course, full insights, Face ID app lock, daily reminders, voice notes and export. Try Pro free for 3 days. β€’ Yearly subscription with a 3-day free trial β€’ Weekly subscription Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/allegrodigital/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/allegrodigital/terms-of-use Penumbra is a self-reflection tool and is not a substitute for professional therapy or medical care. If you are in crisis, please reach out to a qualified professional or a local helpline.

Screenshots

TaskTracks4 screens
Shadow Work Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TaskTracks at none against Shadow Work Journal's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Shadow Work Journal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. TaskTracks asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
TaskTracks versus Shadow Work Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTaskTracksShadow Work Journal
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size20 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJihoon KangAllegro Digital

In-app purchases

None

TaskTracks

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Shadow Work Journal

Subscriptions2
  • Penumbra Pro$4.997 Days
  • Penumbra Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is TaskTracks free?
TaskTracks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Work Journal free?
Shadow Work Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TaskTracks or Shadow Work Journal have ads?
Neither TaskTracks nor Shadow Work Journal shows ads.

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