# ToDo vs Gentle Start

The clearest difference is device support: Gentle Start at 3 against ToDo's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ToDo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Gentle Start sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | ToDo | Gentle Start |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-start-focus-timer/id6767757117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 9 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pratheesh Bennet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1548251165) | [JOHNNY LI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778905380) |

## What reviewers say

### ToDo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/todo-simple-ai-guided-steps/id6748860066)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly plan | $19.99 | per year |


### Gentle Start

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-start-focus-timer/id6767757117)

This app provides a simple, one-tap timer to help overcome procrastination. It focuses on the act of starting, counting up from zero without pressure or goals. Designed for those who struggle with initiating tasks, it offers a calm experience with visual themes and ambient sounds.

**Highlights:** One-tap timer start, Upward counting timer, Living themes with animations, Ambient soundscapes, Live Activities integration, No streaks or goals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gentle Start Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ToDo free?

ToDo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gentle Start free?

Gentle Start is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do ToDo or Gentle Start have ads?

Neither ToDo nor Gentle Start shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*