RoutineGuide vs Taskly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RoutineGuide
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Your brain works differently — 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 — 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 • Simple, visual interface — no clutter, no overwhelm • Flexible task timers so you move at your own pace • Morning, afternoon, and evening routine slots • Personalize with icons, colors, and your favorite music • Set open-ended durations for tasks that don't need a clock BUILD HABITS THAT ACTUALLY STICK • Start with micro habits and grow from there • Stack tasks into routines that flow naturally • Follow your streaks and build momentum • Log completions with personal notes • View your stats, history, and insights STAY ACCOUNTABLE WITH FRIENDS • Connect with friends and share your journey • See completed routines in your activity feed • React and comment on each other's progress • Discover and import community routine templates SEAMLESS ACROSS YOUR LIFE • Home screen widgets for quick access • Apple Watch app for on-the-go tracking • Siri integration — start routines hands-free • iCloud sync across all your devices • Smart notifications to keep you on track • 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 — 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/
Taskly
Organize your day with a visual planner and to-do list. Features timed tasks with live countdowns, recurring task management, and integration with your Apple Calendar. Enjoy an ad-free experience with optional Pro features.
- Visual day planner
- Timed to-do list with live countdowns
- Focus timer with music
- Live Activities for Lock Screen and Dynamic Island
- Recurring task management
- Apple Calendar integration
- Ad-free experience
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Whether you are building a morning routine, racing a deadline, or just trying to make it through a busy week, Taskly keeps your whole day where you can see it and makes it easier to follow through. Planning becomes something that supports you, not something that drains you. KEY FEATURES: Visual Day Planner: Morning, afternoon, and evening on one calm screen, laid out the way a day actually feels. Quick Add: Type a task and it lands on your day in seconds, word for word. To-Do List: Timed tasks get a reminder and a live countdown. Untimed tasks are simple check-offs. Focus Timer: One big dial with four music stations: Lo-Fi, Celestial, Groovy, and Acoustic. Live Activities: The countdown stays on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, and a real alarm rings when time is up, even on silent. Recurring Tasks: Daily, weekdays, weekly, or monthly, with reminders budgeted so you get one nudge instead of fifty. Apple Calendar, In View: Your events show up on your schedule, read only. A countdown pill that always shows how long until your next task WHAT SETS US APART: Proudly AI-free, with no chatbot and no generated plans 100% ad-free forever, with no tracking and no analytics Private and independent, not funded by venture capital or owned by a larger corporation PRICING: Taskly Pro is only $3 a month. Pro unlocks the entire app, including full customization: theme colors and Home Screen widgets. There is no free trial, and auto-renewal can be canceled anytime via Apple settings. Privacy Policy: https://foggy-orchestra-0aa.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-36ee764c00c68060abeff084f887919a Terms of Use: https://foggy-orchestra-0aa.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-36ee764c00c68030a148d8f831664ff2 Support: https://foggy-orchestra-0aa.notion.site/Support-36ee764c00c680a38910eff788510c6a
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: RoutineGuide at 4 against Taskly's 1. RoutineGuide also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.4). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. RoutineGuide sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Taskly sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | RoutineGuide | Taskly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 26.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jostein Dyrseth | Crystal Botham |
In-app purchases
RoutineGuide
- Monthly Pro$3.991 Month
- Annual Pro$24.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$59.99
Taskly
- Taskly Pro$3.001 Month









