Loopsy vs ShowerChallenge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Loopsy
Manage your knitting and crochet projects with a built-in row and stitch counter. Convert patterns into interactive guides, track your yarn stash, and discover new projects. Ideal for crafters of all skill levels to organize and track their progress.
- Built-in row and stitch counters
- Interactive pattern conversion
- Yarn stash management
- Pattern discovery and saving
- Session logging and goal setting
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Loopsy is the all-in-one pattern and stash manager with built-in stitch and row counters for knitting, crochet, and every craft in between. With Loopsy you’ll never lose track of your progress, whether you’re on round 45 of a granny square or navigating a complex cable chart. It combines the precision of a knitting row counter and crochet stitch counter with smart tools that turn any PDF or website into an interactive guide. Why crafters love Loopsy • Built-in Counters & Progress Tracking – keep perfect count of rows, rounds, stitches, and repeats, no pocket notebook required • Stash Management – catalog every skein of yarn, weight, and color in one place so you always know what’s on hand • Discover & Save – browse thousands of free and premium patterns and tap once to save them to your collection • Session Logging – track time and milestones, set goals, and build a consistent crafting habit Whether you’re a beginner following your first pattern or an expert who needs a knit companion for intricate charts, Loopsy makes every project a breeze. Start crafting smarter today. Ready to turn chaos into cozy? Get Loopsy now and start stitching smarter. Terms & Conditions (EULA) and Privacy Policy: loopsy.com/terms Support: support@loopsy.com
ShowerChallenge
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Turn your morning shower into a game you actually want to win. The Shower Challenge helps you take shorter showers without it ever feeling like a chore. Pick a challenge, step in, and race the clock — then watch your streak grow and your water use shrink, one morning at a time. HOW IT WORKS Choose how you want to play today, start the timer when the water goes on, and stop it when you're done. That's it. Every shower becomes a small, satisfying win. CHALLENGE MODES Time It — Set a time goal and beat it. Perfect for building the habit at your own pace. One Song — Play a track and finish before it ends. Your shower, your soundtrack, your deadline. Navy Style — Ultra-quick, hard mode. Water on, rinse, water off — for when you want to go pro. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Track every shower with clean, friendly charts. Watch your day-streak climb, see how your times trend over the weeks, unlock milestones, and get a running tally of how much faster you've become since week one. Small changes add up fast — and the app makes them impossible to miss. WHY SHORTER SHOWERS? The average shower sends gallons of clean water down the drain. Trimming even a couple of minutes a day saves water, saves energy, and lowers your bill — and it feels great. The Shower Challenge makes that good habit playful instead of preachy. DESIGNED TO DELIGHT Beautiful, distraction-free design that looks great in light and dark mode Smooth, encouraging animations — never nagging Accessible with Dynamic Type and VoiceOver support Private by design: your shower data stays on your device Ready to save water, together? Take your first challenge tomorrow morning.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShowerChallenge at none against Loopsy's 13. Loopsy's advantage is chart position (#97 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. Loopsy sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. ShowerChallenge asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Loopsy | ShowerChallenge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (17K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 17K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #97 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 134 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Springtown Labs Inc. | Williams Martinez |
Bugs and requests
Loopsy
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent crashes
- Unreliable pattern importing
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
3 requests- Free version with limited features
- Improved cloud sync and backup
- More customization options
ShowerChallenge
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Loopsy
- Loopsy Pro7 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Loopsy Pro$4.997 Days
- Loopsy Pro$9.991 Month
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- Loopsy Pro$14.991 Month
- Loopsy Pro$19.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro$29.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro1 Month trial$39.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro14 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Loopsy Pro$99.99
ShowerChallenge
No in-app purchases









