# softspots vs Core Time

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: softspots at none against Core Time's 3. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Core Time sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. softspots asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for softspots against 5.0 for Core Time. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | softspots | Core Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/softspots/id6754944925/reviews) | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-time-cold-turkey-blocker/id6759100692/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **4** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 23 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Omar Hedefa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1851048973) | [coreground](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876875741) |

## What reviewers say

### softspots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/softspots/id6754944925)

Enhance your study sessions with adorable animated pets and a supportive community. Track your progress, discover new study spots, and stay motivated with engaging features designed by students for students.

**Highlights:** Animated study companions, Customizable study timers, Subject progress tracking, Interactive study spot map, Community forums and reviews, Detailed statistics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Core Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-time-cold-turkey-blocker/id6759100692)

This app provides a strict approach to blocking distracting applications and websites, helping users regain focus and manage screen time. It offers customizable lock durations and schedules, ensuring boundaries are enforced without negotiation.

**Highlights:** Strict app blocking, Customizable lock durations, Automatic scheduling, Cold turkey focus mode, Dopamine detox support, ADHD-friendly focus aid, One-tap recovery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Core Time Pro (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Core Time Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Core Time Pro (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is softspots free?

softspots is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Core Time free?

Core Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, softspots or Core Time?

softspots and Core Time are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do softspots or Core Time have ads?

Neither softspots nor Core Time shows ads.

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