Comparison

Lately vs RoutinePass

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

Head to head
About

Lately

This app helps chronic latecomers manage their time effectively. It features visual timers, smart travel estimations, and multiple alerts to ensure you leave on time for any activity. Earn rewards for punctuality and set recurring timers for daily routines.

Highlights
  • Visual Timer on lock screen, dynamic island, and watch
  • Smart Travel Time Estimation with traffic updates
  • Multiple alerts before leave time
  • Alarm at leave time
  • Points and Badges for punctuality
  • Recurring Timers for routines
Features
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You know that feeling when you look at the clock and realize you should've left 10 minutes ago? Yeah. Me too. That's why I built this. Lately is a lateness app for people who are always running late. Whether it's time blindness, ADHD, or you just can't seem to get out the door, this actually works. Here's what it does: - Visual Timer on your lock screen, dynamic island, and watch so you always know when you need to leave - Travel Time Estimation so you stop underestimating how long trips actually take - Smart Travel Time that updates as you move and accounts for your travel method and traffic - Multiple Alerts leading up to the leave time (because one reminder has never been enough) - Alarm at leave time for when you've completely spaced out or in executive dysfunction paralysis - Points and Badges for arriving on time (surprisingly motivating) - Recurring Timers for your regular routines (don't have to set it up every time) No destination? No problem. You'll still get a visual timer, notifications, and alarm — whether you need to leave, make a call, or start anything on time. I made this because I was tired of feeling so guilty and stressed. If you're tired of being late, give it a shot. Terms: https://www.getlately.app/terms Privacy: https://www.getlately.app/privacy

About

RoutinePass

Features
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RoutinePass helps you follow through on the rehab or mobility exercises you already know. Build a personal routine with your own videos, choose when to do it, and optionally put distracting apps on hold until ready sessions are complete. MOVE WHEN IT MATTERS Create a calm rhythm around the exercises that matter to you. RoutinePass shows what is ready now and guides you through each exercise at your own pace. MAKE IT YOUR ROUTINE • Record an exercise or choose an existing video • Set repetitions, rest and a schedule that fits your day • Add notes about pain, changes or anything else you notice CREATE SPACE TO FOLLOW THROUGH Choose distracting apps with Apple Screen Time. When a session becomes ready, those apps can wait until the session is resolved. Emergency unlock remains available when you need it. SEE THE WORK YOU HAVE DONE History shows completed, partial and skipped sessions without judgment. Filter by routine and review your notes before a visit with your healthcare professional. RoutinePass does not provide exercises or medical advice. Use exercises that are appropriate for you and follow guidance from your healthcare professional when applicable. Your exercise videos, schedules, selected Screen Time items, session history and notes remain on this iPhone only. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Lately4 screens
RoutinePass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Lately at none against RoutinePass's shown. Lately also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Lately sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and RoutinePass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lately ships an update every 2 weeks, RoutinePass every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Lately versus RoutinePass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLatelyRoutinePass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (47 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperErik MacInnisMachtelinckx Consultancy Comm.V.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lately

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$24.99
1 purchases

RoutinePass

Subscriptions1
  • RoutinePass Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Lately free?
Lately is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RoutinePass free?
RoutinePass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lately or RoutinePass have ads?
RoutinePass shows ads; Lately does not.
Which is updated more often, Lately or RoutinePass?
Lately ships an update every 2 weeks, and RoutinePass every 11 days. Most recently, Lately was updated on October 30, 2026 and RoutinePass on October 25, 2026.

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