RoutineGuide vs Ritual
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
RoutineGuide
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Your brain works differently β your routine app should too. RoutineGuide is the simple, ADHD-friendly routine tracker designed for neurodivergent minds, overthinkers, and anyone who feels overwhelmed by their day. Build micro habits, stack them into routines, and let visual timers guide you through β one small step at a time. Inspired by the science of habit stacking and making habits stupidly small, RoutineGuide removes the friction so you can just start. DESIGNED FOR HOW YOUR BRAIN WORKS β’ Simple, visual interface β no clutter, no overwhelm β’ Flexible task timers so you move at your own pace β’ Morning, afternoon, and evening routine slots β’ Personalize with icons, colors, and your favorite music β’ Set open-ended durations for tasks that don't need a clock BUILD HABITS THAT ACTUALLY STICK β’ Start with micro habits and grow from there β’ Stack tasks into routines that flow naturally β’ Follow your streaks and build momentum β’ Log completions with personal notes β’ View your stats, history, and insights STAY ACCOUNTABLE WITH FRIENDS β’ Connect with friends and share your journey β’ See completed routines in your activity feed β’ React and comment on each other's progress β’ Discover and import community routine templates SEAMLESS ACROSS YOUR LIFE β’ Home screen widgets for quick access β’ Apple Watch app for on-the-go tracking β’ Siri integration β start routines hands-free β’ iCloud sync across all your devices β’ Smart notifications to keep you on track β’ Live Activities show your current routine progress Whether you're managing ADHD, building a morning routine, or just trying to bring more structure to your day β RoutineGuide keeps it simple so you can stay consistent. Download now and start small. That's the whole point. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Ritual
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Habits built with heart. Ritual helps you transform your daily routine into meaningful rituals. We believe progress doesn't need perfectionβjust consistency and self-compassion. Start Small, Build Sustainably Choose realistic rituals like morning walks or reflection time. One ritual is enough for today. Build the foundation before adding more. Celebrate Every Step Track your streaks with daily check-ins and visual progress. Every day is a win. Keep your spark alive with daily celebrations that show up for yourself. Reflect & Grow You feel calmer on days you complete your rituals. Connect the dots between your habits and how you feel. Your Milestone Path shows how far you've come. Your Personal Commitment Sign your promise to yourself. Make it official. Your journey starts with a commitment to the person you're becoming. Key Features: β’ Beautiful, mindful interface designed for focus β’ Streak tracking with current and best streaks β’ Progress visualization with your ritual journey β’ Milestone achievements as you build consistency β’ Daily reflections to connect habits with wellbeing β’ Customizable rituals that fit your lifestyle β’ Reminders to support your daily practice The Ritual Philosophy We're not about perfection. We're about showing up, even when it's messy. Start small. Be consistent, not perfect. Focus on one ritual at a time. Celebrate your progress. Your journey to better habits starts today. One ritual. One day. One promise to yourself. You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. β’ Auto-renewable subscription β’ Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. β’ Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase https://habitee.framer.website/terms https://habitee.framer.website/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Ritual at every 8 days against RoutineGuide's every 2 months. RoutineGuide's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. RoutineGuide sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Ritual sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RoutineGuide ships an update every 2 months, Ritual every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RoutineGuide | Ritual |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 8 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.5 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jostein Dyrseth | Fackt Labs, LLC |
In-app purchases
RoutineGuide
- Monthly Pro$3.991 Month
- Annual Pro$24.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$59.99
Ritual
- Pro (weekly)$3.997 Days
- Pro (weekly)3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
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- Pro (weekly)$5.997 Days
- Pro (monthly)$5.991 Month
- Pro (monthly)$6.991 Month
- Pro (monthly)$14.991 Month
- Pro Annual$39.991 Year
- Pro (annual)$39.991 Year
- Pro (annual)$59.991 Year









