Comparison

Alarm vs Plain Tasks

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

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About

Alarm

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THE ALARM THAT GUARANTEES YOU WAKE UP Discover the world's most effective alarm clock, specially designed for deep sleepers who can't cope with traditional alarms. Our revolutionary approach combines cognitive challenges and persistent notifications to ensure you never oversleep again. PREMIUM FEATURES: INTELLIGENT SCHEDULING • Multiple alarm types: Regular, Quick, Medicine • Flexible repeat patterns for any schedule • Time-based dynamic backgrounds • Custom symbols and labels for organization MATH MISSIONS - Your Brain Must Be ON! • Solve 3 random math problems to dismiss • Difficulty adjusts to prevent memorization • No calculator allowed - pure mental activation MEMORY MATRIX - Prove You're Conscious • Remember and repeat color sequences • Pattern complexity increases with each use • Tests short-term memory and focus PATTERN PUZZLES - Draw Your Way Awake • Complete geometric sequences • 3-dot minimum pattern requirements • Visual-spatial brain engagement TYPING TRIALS - Write to Stop • Type complete sentences perfectly • No autocorrect assistance • Ensures full cognitive awareness SHAKE STORM - Physical Wake-Up • Vigorous phone shaking required • 10 consecutive shakes minimum • Gets your body moving immediately PERSISTENCE TECHNOLOGY • Alarm continues even if app is force-closed • Background notifications won't stop • Critical alert system bypasses Do Not Disturb • 9 premium alarm sounds + vibration patterns ANTI-SNOOZE INTELLIGENCE • Customizable snooze limits (maximum 3) • Progressive difficulty increases • Snooze analytics reveal your patterns • Break the endless snooze cycle forever BEAUTIFUL INTERFACE • 7+ stunning background themes • Gradient overlays that adapt to time of day • Dark mode optimized • Intuitive gesture controls ANALYTICS DASHBOARD • Track wake-up success rate • Monitor snooze habits • Sleep pattern insights • Challenge performance metrics MEDICATION MODE • Specialized alarms for pills and treatments WHY ULTIMATE ALARM WORKS: - Cognitive Engagement Prevents Zombie Dismissals - Multiple Challenge Types Keep Brain Guessing - Persistent Technology Ensures Alarm Sounds - Success Analytics Improve Sleep Habits - Beautiful Design You'll Actually Enjoy Using PERFECT FOR: - Heavy sleepers who sleep through everything - Students with early morning classes - Shift workers with irregular schedules - People taking medications on schedule - Fitness enthusiasts with morning workouts - Professionals who can't afford to be late If you're serious about waking up on time, every time - you've found your solution.

About

Plain Tasks

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Plain Tasks is a quiet daily task app for people who want less noise and more focus. Set a small list for today, complete what matters, and let the day end cleanly. Plain Tasks keeps the interface simple: today’s tasks, light history, recurring daily or weekly tasks, and local export. Features: • Simple today-focused task list • Daily and weekly recurring tasks • Adjustable max tasks per day • Completion history • Export as plain text or JSON • 14-day free trial • One-time lifetime unlock • No account • No tracking • On-device storage

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alarm at none against Plain Tasks's 1. On price 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. Plain Tasks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Alarm asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
Alarm versus Plain Tasks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlarmPlain Tasks
PriceFreeFree
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone — better—
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFatma Zehra ASLANTASLizzian LLC

In-app purchases

None

Alarm

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Plain Tasks

One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is Alarm free?
Alarm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Plain Tasks free?
Plain Tasks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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