Comparison

Arc vs Reframe

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

Head to head
About

Arc

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by setting session limits and providing smart nudges for your to-do lists. It offers advanced analytics to understand your scrolling habits and offers AI-powered recommendations for improvement.

Highlights
  • Session limits for automatic breaks
  • Smart nudges for to-do reminders
  • Integrated to-do lists
  • Advanced session analytics
  • AI-powered recommendations
  • Bedtime mode with sleep reminders
Features
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THE ARC DIFFERENCE Arc doesn't just block apps - it redirects your attention with a powerful three-part system: - Session Limits: Automatic breaks when a session has reached the set limit. No more unintentional doomscroll sessions. Daily limits are not helpful when the problem is getting sucked into the scroll hole and not realizing it. That's why we built session limits! - Smart Nudges: Gentle reminders about your to-dos while you scroll - Integrated To-Do Lists: Track what really matters, all in one place - Advanced Analytics: Track every session with precision. See exactly when you close apps yourself (exits) vs. when the timer saves you (lockouts). Discover your most addicting apps through unblock tracking, identify your best and worst self-control patterns, and get AI-powered recommendations tailored to YOUR behavior. No more guessing where to improve, the data shows you exactly which apps need stricter limits, where you're building great habits, and actionable steps to reduce your screen time based on real patterns, not generic advice or behavior patterns. HOW IT WORKS Select your distracting apps (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc.) Add your daily tasks and goals Get Nudged with your to-do tasks when you're mindlessly scrolling Session Limits create automatic breaks after extended sessions Watch scrolling turn into productivity BUILT FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE Set your bedtime to switch from productivity Nudges to Sleep Reminders. Arc adapts to help you make better use of your time all day long. PERFECT FOR: People who unconsciously doomscroll and want to stop Professionals who lose focus to social media Students procrastinating on assignments Anyone who wants to build healthy daily habits Scroll Goblins People tired of feeling guilty after doomscrolling START SEEING RESULTS Reclaim hours of your day Complete the tasks you've been avoiding Track scrolling habits through intelligent insights Build habits that stick Rebuild a healthy relationship with social media Feel accomplished, not guilty Download Arc and turn scrolling into productivity. Your goals are waiting. Terms of Use (EULA): https://arcapp.io/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://arcapp.io/privacy-policy

About

Reframe

This app integrates tasks, goals, and calendar events into a unified platform. An AI scheduler helps fit work into your day without overwhelm, and you can track progress towards objectives by tagging tasks. It syncs with Google Calendar and Outlook for a consolidated view.

Highlights
  • Unified task, goal, and calendar management
  • AI-powered scheduling (Meridian)
  • Objective progress tracking
  • Google Calendar and Outlook integration
  • Built-in notepad
  • Customizable reminders
  • Repeat tasks and events
Features
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Reframe is a personal productivity app built around one idea: your tasks, your goals, and your time are all connected. Most productivity apps optimize one thing. A to-do list. A calendar. A goal tracker. Reframe brings all three together, with an AI scheduler named Meridian that quietly fits your work into your day — no overwhelm, no micromanagement. TASKS THAT KNOW WHERE THEY BELONG Add a task and Reframe suggests when to do it based on your schedule, your goals, and how you work best. Confirm the time block and it appears on your calendar automatically. OBJECTIVES THAT STAY IN SIGHT Tag any task to an objective and watch your progress build over time. Hours invested, description of success, and a full history of everything you've done toward what matters most. A CALENDAR THAT WORKS WITH YOU Connect Google Calendar or Outlook and see everything in one place — your events, your tasks, your time. Reframe syncs both ways so nothing falls through the cracks. MERIDIAN — YOUR SCHEDULER Meridian doesn't flood you with suggestions or send constant reminders. It works in the background, learns your preferences, and helps you plan without getting in the way. EVERYTHING ELSE YOU NEED - Reminders with custom lead times - A built-in notepad for quick capture - Repeat tasks and events - A clean weekly calendar view - Works beautifully on web and iPhone Reframe is free to use. Reframe Pro unlocks extra AI scheduling, Meridian chat, daily briefs and recaps, and more. Privacy Policy: https://work-reframe.net/privacy Terms of Use: https://work-reframe.net/terms

Screenshots

Arc4 screens
Reframe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Reframe at 5.0 against Arc's 4.4. Reframe also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 64%) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). Arc's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Arc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Reframe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reframe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arc has 25 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Arc's written reviews are positive against 100% of Reframe's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arc ships an update every 2 weeks, Reframe every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Arc versus Reframe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcReframe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (25 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArc Labs LLC (MT)Lucas Gordon

Customer experience

Arc

All ratings25 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative27.3%

Reframe

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Arc

Subscriptions3
  • Arc Pro (Weekly)$5.997 Days
  • Arc Pro Monthly$8.991 Month
  • Arc Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Reframe

Subscriptions2
  • Reframe Pro$6.991 Month
  • Reframe Pro$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Arc free?
Arc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reframe free?
Reframe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Arc or Reframe?
Reframe is rated higher. Arc averages 4.4 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Reframe averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Arc or Reframe have ads?
Neither Arc nor Reframe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arc or Reframe?
Arc ships an update every 2 weeks, and Reframe every 6 days. Most recently, Arc was updated on October 9, 2026 and Reframe on October 6, 2026.

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