Comparison

Philo vs Be Smiley

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

Head to head
About

Philo

This app offers a philosophical toolkit for personal growth, motivation, and resilience. It integrates wisdom from various philosophies like Stoicism and Buddhism to help users develop a calm and focused mindset through guided meditations, journaling, and daily quotes.

Highlights
  • Guided meditations across diverse philosophies
  • Customizable guided journaling
  • Daily quotes and reminders
  • Library of philosophical texts
  • Philosophical journey tracking
  • Motivational home screen widgets
Features
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Philo – Your Gateway to Philosophical Growth, Motivation, and Resilience. Are you tired of navigating stress, lack of focus, or daily struggles? Philo is more than just a guide to Stoicism—it's your complete philosophical toolkit. By integrating timeless wisdom from philosophies like Stoicism, Absurdism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Existentialism, Hedonism, Humanism, Nihilism, and Taoism, Philo helps you develop a calm, focused, and resilient mindset. Whether exploring philosophy for the first time or seeking daily motivation, Philo empowers you to live with intention and clarity. Why Choose Philo? - Philosophy for Every Perspective: Learn from the world's greatest minds—Marcus Aurelius, Lao Tzu, Albert Camus, Buddha, Confucius, and more—and discover how their teachings apply to modern life. - Tailored Insights with AI: Personalized prompts, advice, and reflections that align with your unique goals and philosophical interests. - Inspiration for Every Day: Start your mornings with curated quotes and affirmations rooted in the wisdom of ancient and modern philosophy. Key Features: Guided Meditations Across Philosophies Find peace and clarity with meditations inspired by diverse schools of thought: - Stoicism: Build resilience and inner calm. - Buddhism: Cultivate mindfulness and compassion. - Taoism: Flow with life's natural rhythms. - Existentialism: Reflect on purpose and authenticity. Customizable Guided Journals - Absurdism: Embrace life's unpredictability and find meaning in the chaos. - Hedonism: Reflect on daily pleasures and joys. - Confucianism: Explore the value of relationships and moral balance. - Track emotions, habits, and personal growth with structured or free-form journaling tools for every philosophical approach. Daily Quotes & Reminders Get inspired by wisdom across ages and traditions: - Resilience (Stoicism): Overcome stress and challenges. - Mindfulness (Buddhism): Stay present and focused. - Purpose (Existentialism): Reflect on the choices that shape your life. - Simplicity (Taoism): Appreciate the beauty of life's flow. Explore Texts from All Philosophical Traditions Dive into a library of ancient and modern works: - Stoic Classics: "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius. - Existentialist Essays: Albert Camus' reflections on absurdity. - Taoist Wisdom: Lao Tzu's "Tao Te Ching." - Humanist Ideas: Writings on kindness and personal growth. Track Your Philosophical Journey - Visualize habits like mindfulness, gratitude, and reflection. - Identify patterns in mood and philosophical growth over time. Motivational Widgets Stay inspired throughout your day with customizable home screen widgets featuring: - Quotes and affirmations tailored to your favorite philosophy. - Reminders to pause, reflect, and act with intention. Personalized Themes & Layouts Design an experience that reflects your mood and aesthetic. Choose calming or energizing themes to enhance journaling and meditation practices. Who Is Philo For? - Explorers of Philosophy: Whether you're diving into Stoicism or curious about Taoism, Philo makes philosophy accessible. - Professionals: Tools for focus, stress management, and productivity. - Students: Improve mental clarity and embrace different perspectives. - Mindfulness Enthusiasts: Build resilience, balance, and self-awareness. Privacy Policy: https://www.devixar.app/privacy-policy.pdf Terms of Use: https://www.devixar.app/terms-of-use.pdf

About

Be Smiley

This app provides gentle reminders to smile throughout the day, helping to boost your mood and overall well-being. Customize your notifications and messages for a personalized experience that encourages positive feelings and mental health.

Highlights
  • Smile reminders
  • Customizable messages
  • Personalized notifications
  • Rewarding interface
  • Promotes positive feelings
Features
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Be Smiley reminds you to smile with a fun rewarding interface, letting you customize messages and notifications for a tailored experience. It's proven that smiling is good for you and the people around you, and sometimes in the midst of life, we just forget to smile. Hopefully this app will bring you positive feelings to your life, and improve your mental and physical health. Smiley is easy and free, so why not just give it a try! Be Smiley!

Screenshots

Philo4 screens
Be Smiley4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Be Smiley at none against Philo's 3. Philo's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Philo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Be Smiley asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Philo against 5.0 for Be Smiley. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Philo versus Be Smiley: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhiloBe Smiley
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavlo Revanicomotica

Customer experience

Philo

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Be Smiley

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Philo

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly subscription$5.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription with trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
None

Be Smiley

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Philo free?
Philo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Be Smiley free?
Be Smiley is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Philo or Be Smiley?
Philo and Be Smiley are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Philo or Be Smiley have ads?
Neither Philo nor Be Smiley shows ads.

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