# BackCheck vs Shadow Work

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shadow Work at 100% against BackCheck's 0%. Shadow Work also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (21 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BackCheck sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Shadow Work sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shadow Work holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Work has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of BackCheck's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shadow Work's.

## The numbers

| Metric | BackCheck | Shadow Work |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backcheck-posture-reminder/id6755116528/reviews) | **[4.9 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-work-oracle-journal/id6759005168/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **21** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 3 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Iulian Costache](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852032492) | [East Frisia LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/547826578) |

## What reviewers say

### BackCheck

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backcheck-posture-reminder/id6755116528)

This app helps you build better posture habits with smart, randomized reminders during your workday. It focuses on privacy with 100% on-device data storage and offers features like streak tracking and customizable notifications. Premium unlocks more reminders and detailed statistics.

**Highlights:** Smart randomized reminders, Privacy-first on-device data, Daily streak tracking, Customizable notification personalities, Focus Mode, Achievement badges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Individual Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Family Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Individual Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Family Annual | $29.99 | per year |


### Shadow Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-work-oracle-journal/id6759005168)

This app offers a private journaling experience focused on self-discovery and emotional release. It provides daily oracle prompts, guided journaling exercises, and a unique 'Burn Book' feature for catharsis. Designed for women seeking deeper introspection beyond generic wellness tools.

**Highlights:** Shadow Archetype discovery quiz, Daily oracle card prompts, Guided and freeform journaling, Burn Book for emotional release, Private by design with pin-code, Subscription for unlimited access

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium - Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BackCheck free?

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

### Is Shadow Work free?

Shadow Work is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BackCheck or Shadow Work?

Shadow Work is rated higher. BackCheck averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Shadow Work averages 4.9 from 21 ratings.

### Do BackCheck or Shadow Work have ads?

Neither BackCheck nor Shadow Work shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*