Comparison

Candle vs My Study Planner

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

Head to head
About

Candle

This app helps couples deepen their connection through quick daily rituals. Engage with meaningful questions, share private photos, play games, and discover local date ideas to foster presence and curiosity in your relationship.

Highlights
  • Daily conversation starters
  • Private photo sharing
  • Syncing thumb kisses
  • Local date ideas
  • Relationship games and challenges
  • Daily check-in streaks
Features
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Candle – The Ultimate Couples Game for Staying Close Most relationships don’t end in one moment, they drift apart over time. Missed check-ins, surface-level conversations, busy lives, and routines replace real connection. Candle helps couples stay emotionally close through 1-minute daily rituals that bring back presence, play, and curiosity. Effortless Connection, Lasting Impact Whether you're long distance, busy, or just want to reconnect more deeply, Candle fits into your life. One minute a day is all it takes to strengthen your relationship. Conversation Starters That Matter - Swipe through meaningful, expert-designed questions - Unlock your partner’s answers to reflect, laugh, and grow together Daily Photo Prompts - Share real-time snapshots like BeReal, just for the two of you - Capture authentic moments and build a private photo journal - Create a visual history of your relationship over time- From lighthearted to deep, always have something to talk about Thumb Kisses - Tap your thumbs in sync to feel a gentle vibration - A playful way to say “I’m here,” even from miles away - Perfect for long-distance couples Curated Local Date Ideas (Beta) - 60+ unique ideas tailored to your location that refresh every week - Swipe to match on something new to try - Updated weekly with real-world, spontaneous experiences Games and Challenges - Play “Who’s More Likely,” fast-paced Q&As, and more - Discover new sides of each other in a low-pressure, fun format - Designed to spark joy and emotional connection Keep Your Streak, Keep Your Spark - Track daily check-ins and build a shared rhythm - Celebrate milestones and keep your momentum alive - Form long-term habits through small, consistent moments Perfect for Every Couple - Long-distance or living together - Just started dating or years in - Busy schedules or just needing more intentional time Private, Secure, and Ad-Free - No ads, no noise. Just time for each other - Encrypted and built privacy-first - Your memories stay between the two of you Why Couples Love Candle - Just one minute a day for real emotional impact - Based on relationship science and expert insights - Flexible for all stages of love and connection Download Candle today and bring back the spark, one question, one photo, one moment at a time. Visit: https://www.trycandle.app Privacy Policy: https://www.trycandle.app/privacy Terms: https://www.trycandle.app/terms Follow us: Instagram: @trycandle.app TikTok: @trycandle.app Reddit: r/candleapp Made with love in San Francisco. Shoutout to Fluent Emoji for the base icons!

About

My Study Planner

This app helps students stay organized by tracking assignments, deadlines, and academic progress. It allows for photo integration of notes and provides visual aids to understand performance. Users can customize the interface and manage their academic life efficiently.

Highlights
  • Smart due date tracking
  • Visual calendar integration
  • Grade tracking by class
  • Progress visualization graphs
  • Photo integration for notes
  • Full color customization
Features
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Never miss another deadline. Track every assignment. Celebrate every achievement. Transform your academic life with My Study Planner, an assignment management app designed specifically for students who want to stay organized, boost their grades, and reduce stress. STAY ON TOP OF EVERY ASSIGNMENT Smart Due Date Tracking - See what's due today, tomorrow, this week, or overdue at a glance  Visual Calendar Integration - Tap any day to instantly view all assignments due Priority Filters   - Focus on what matters most with customizable view filters  Never Miss a Deadline - Clear, color-coded organization keeps you ahead of the game TRACK YOUR ACADEMIC PROGRESS Grade Tracking by Class - Monitor your performance across all subjects  Progress Visualization - Graphs show your improvement over time  Achievement Insights - Understand your academic patterns and celebrate growth  Class-Level Analytics - Get detailed breakdowns of your performance in each course CAPTURE EVERYTHING THAT MATTERS Photo Integration - Snap pictures of study notes, worksheets, and submitted work  Note-Taking - Add detailed notes and context to every assignment  Complete Documentation - Keep all assignment materials in one organized place  Visual Study Aid - Turn your app into a comprehensive study resource MAKE IT YOURS Full Color Customization - Personalize your app with colors that inspire you - Clean, Intuitive Design - Simple interface that makes organization effortless  Adaptive Layout - Optimized for all iPhone sizes and orientations SMART ORGANIZATION FEATURES Assignment Status Tracking - Mark assignments as completed and record grades  Class History Archive - Save completed courses for future reference  Hide Completed Classes - Keep your current workspace clutter-free  Flexible Filtering - Find exactly what you need, when you need it PERFECT FOR EVERY STUDENT Whether you're in high school, college, or graduate school, My Study Planner adapts to your unique academic needs. From managing multiple classes to tracking long-term projects, this app grows with your educational journey. Download My Study Planner today and take control of your academic success!

Screenshots

Candle4 screens
My Study Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: My Study Planner at none against Candle's 10. My Study Planner also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 68%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Candle's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 2) and chart position (#159 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support 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. Candle sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. My Study Planner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

My Study Planner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Candle has 12K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Candle's written reviews are positive against 100% of My Study Planner's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Candle versus My Study Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCandleMy Study Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#159 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperEncore AI Labs, Inc.Scott A Bridwell

Customer experience

Candle

All ratings11,637 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews599 reviews
Positive67.6%
Neutral8.7%
Negative23.7%

My Study Planner

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Candle

Requested features

1 request
  • Different decks or categories for prompts to mix things up

My Study Planner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Candle

Subscriptions6
  • Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time4
  • Bag of Sparks (80)$0.99
  • Word Hint$0.99
  • Streak Reignite$2.99
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  • Bag of Sparks (500)$4.99
None

My Study Planner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Candle free?
Candle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is My Study Planner free?
My Study Planner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Candle or My Study Planner?
My Study Planner is rated higher. Candle averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while My Study Planner averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Candle or My Study Planner have ads?
Neither Candle nor My Study Planner shows ads.

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