Comparison

RetroStack vs Bloom

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

Head to head
About

RetroStack

Features
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RetroStack is a modern, collaborative board application designed for teams to conduct effective retrospectives, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative planning. Built with a focus on real-time collaboration and user experience, RetroStack transforms the way teams reflect and plan together. Key Features: • Real-Time Collaboration – Work together with your team in real-time with instant updates • Multiple Board Templates – Choose from Classic Retrospective, Star Fish, Six Thinking Hats, Pros & Cons, and more • Sticky Notes & Voting – Add colorful sticky notes and vote on ideas with customizable voting limits • AI-Powered Analysis – Get intelligent insights and sentiment analysis from your retrospectives (FREE BETA) • Cross-Platform Support – Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and web browsers • Flexible Authentication – Sign in with Apple, Google, email, or use anonymously • Easy Sharing – Share boards with team members via secure links or access codes • Export & Import – Save your boards as PDF or JSON files for documentation and backup Team Collaboration: • Anonymous participation for honest feedback • Configurable voting systems (1-10 votes per section) • Real-time updates across all connected devices • Responsive design that works on any screen size • Secure board sharing with expiring access tokens • Board history tracking for easy access to previous sessions AI-Powered Insights: • Team sentiment analysis to understand team mood and dynamics • Automatic action item generation from retrospective feedback • Meeting summaries and key theme identification • Trend analysis across multiple retrospectives • Emotion distribution analysis for team health monitoring Professional Features: • Multiple board templates for different meeting types • Customizable sections (2-6 sections per board) • Advanced export options (PDF with visual layouts, JSON for data) • Import existing boards from JSON files • Board settings and access control • Local storage for offline access to your boards Perfect for: • Agile teams conducting sprint retrospectives • Remote teams needing collaborative planning tools • Brainstorming sessions and ideation workshops • Decision-making meetings with pros/cons analysis • Team building and feedback sessions • Project post-mortems and lessons learned Security & Privacy: • Secure authentication with Firebase • Data encryption in transit and at rest • Anonymous usage option for privacy-conscious teams • GDPR compliant data handling • Local data storage with cloud sync • Secure board sharing with access control RetroStack combines the simplicity of sticky note boards with the power of modern collaboration technology. Whether you're running sprint retrospectives, brainstorming new ideas, or making team decisions, RetroStack provides the tools you need to collaborate effectively and drive meaningful outcomes. Start your next retrospective with RetroStack and experience the future of team collaboration.

About

Bloom

Features
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You had plans. Then you picked up your phone. The book you want to finish. A personal project. Something you want to learn. Bloom helps you make time for the things you choose, one Session at a time. Make time for your pursuits Create a Pursuit for a project, hobby or skill. Choose when you want to return to it, set reminders and keep your reason close with "Why it matters." Focus and watch a flower grow Start a Session and watch a flower grow as you spend time on your Pursuit. Pause or extend the Session when you need to. Follow your remaining time with Live Activities. Protect the time you choose Add an optional Shield to block the apps you select during a Session. In the full app, you can also review your screen time and set daily limits for selected apps. See the time you have dedicated Review the time spent on each Pursuit and your weekly activity. After a Session, leave an optional Record with a note or photo to remember an idea, something you learned or a moment you want to keep. Try a Session before installing Open a Bloom App Clip link to start a solo focus Session and grow a flower. The App Clip does not block apps. Download the full app for Pursuits, Records and optional Shields. Group invitations open in the App Clip, and you need the full app to join the group. That thing you have been meaning to do? Make a little time for it today.

Screenshots

RetroStack4 screens
Bloom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: RetroStack at 3 against Bloom's 1. RetroStack also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
RetroStack versus Bloom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetroStackBloom
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB202 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperClifton HatfieldAndrei Rech

In-app purchases

None

RetroStack

No in-app purchases

None

Bloom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RetroStack free?
RetroStack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bloom free?
Bloom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RetroStack or Bloom have ads?
Neither RetroStack nor Bloom shows ads.

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