Re vs Restful
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Re
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Re-Loop is a gentle productivity app for people whose energy does not run on time. It replaces the stress of traditional task managers with a calm routine that adapts to how you actually feel. Whether you live with ADHD, burnout, or chronic illness, Re-Loop helps you focus and move at your own rhythm. Made for β’ People who want a calm, focused way to plan each day β’ Users managing ADHD, burnout, or low-energy periods β’ Anyone who wants self-care built into their routine Features β’ Plan by energy instead of the clock. Use simple blocks like morning, afternoon, and evening. β’ Capture anything that is on your mind and keep your tasks organized without clutter. β’ No streaks or pressure. Return anytime; your progress is always safe. β’ Gentle haptic feedback when you complete a task to create a small sense of reward. β’ Private by default. Your information stays on your device with no tracking or ads. β’ Clean, calm design that supports focus, rest, and recovery. Why people love it Re-Loop feels like a planner and a self-care tool in one. It helps you build a routine that works with your energy, not against it. Users describe it as the first productivity app that feels kind.
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Restful - Built for bodies that need more rest. Living with chronic fatigue, ME/CFS, post-COVID, or burnout means rest isn't optional, it's essential. But building a consistent rest routine is hard, especially when your energy is unpredictable and every day looks different. Rest & Recharge was designed specifically to help. This app gently reminds you to close your eyes and rest at regular intervals throughout the day. No complicated setup, no overwhelming features.Β Just a timer, a reminder, and a reason to keep going. WHY REST YOUR EYES? For people with chronic illness, sensory overload from screens accelerates fatigue. Regular eye rest breaks - even 10 to 20 minutes, can reduce symptom flare-ups, preserve energy, and help you pace your day. Rest & Recharge makes this effortless. SMART, GENTLE REMINDERS Set rest intervals that match your energy levels, from every hour to every 3 hours. The app learns your wake-up time, respects quiet hours at night, and adjusts reminders around your actual schedule. If you miss a rest, it gently nudges you without guilt. TWO TIMER MODES Choose between a countdown Timer (set duration, counts down) or a Stopwatch (counts up, finish when ready). Perfect for flexible rest sessions where you don't know how long you'll need. A TIMER THAT WORKS FOR YOU Start the countdown or stopwatch, close your eyes, and put your phone down. The timer continues in the background and alerts you when your rest is complete. Even in silent mode. On iOS 16+, a Live Activity keeps the timer visible on your Lock Screen so you never have to wonder how much time is left. BONUS REST MODE Need an extra rest without disrupting your reminder schedule? Enable "Bonus Rest" to take additional rests that don't reset your next reminder time. TRACK YOUR PACING Rest history shows your patterns by week, month, or year. Set a daily rest goal, build streaks, and see how your routine improves over time. Log your wake-up time each morning to anchor your day and keep your pacing on track. Each rest logs its actual duration so you can see exactly how much you've rested. PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR CONDITION During setup, tell us what you're dealing with β chronic fatigue, ME/CFS, post-COVID recovery, burnout, or general wellness, and we'll suggest a rest schedule that fits. Adjust everything later as your needs change. KEY FEATURES: β’ Designed for chronic fatigue, ME/CFS, post-COVID, and burnout recovery β’ Two timer modes: Countdown Timer and Stopwatch β’ Customizable rest intervals (1β3 hours) and durations (1β60 minutes) β’ Smart reminders with quiet hours and wake-up scheduling β’ Bonus Rest mode to take extra rests without affecting reminder schedule β’ Background timer with Lock Screen Live Activity (iOS 16+) β’ Daily goals, streaks, and visual progress tracking β’ Rest history with duration tracking (weekly, monthly, yearly views) β’ Manual rest logging with custom time and duration β’ Morning wake-up logging β’ Motivational quotes during rest sessions β’ No subscriptions, no ads β’ Dark theme support You deserve rest without guilt.
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Verdict
Re and Restful are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Re | Restful |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 16.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 221 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Reloop Labs, LLC | Melle van Meegersen |
In-app purchases
Re
No in-app purchases
Restful
No in-app purchases









