Comparison

Pure vs Abstinent

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pure

Features
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Pure Foundation is a habit tracker designed to help you build discipline, stay consistent, and develop healthier daily routines. Track streaks, manage urges, and follow simple morning and evening flows that strengthen your foundation one day at a time. BUILD STRONG HABITS • Track streaks and progress • Log urges, stress levels, sleep, and workouts • Identify patterns behind slips or temptation • Build healthier daily routines that last MORNING & EVENING FLOWS Start your day grounded and end it with clarity. Pure offers guided check-ins that help you reset, reflect, and stay consistent at the times you need it most. DAILY CHECK-INS • Stress level • Urge level • Prayer or reflection time • Sleep & exercise habits • Notes for self-awareness See what influences your discipline and make meaningful improvements over time. STREAK TRACKER Build momentum with your streak and stay motivated. See your longest streak and your overall progress toward healthier habits. DEVOTIONAL & REFLECTION CONTENT Access short devotionals and reflections to support mindset, clarity, and spiritual grounding. Premium members unlock the full library. SOS BUTTON In moments of temptation, open the SOS screen for immediate grounding, encouragement, and re-centering. PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlock all devotionals • Access extended reflections • Support ongoing development • 3-day free trial included Pure is built for anyone aiming to build discipline, reduce unwanted behaviors, develop healthier routines, and strengthen personal consistency in daily life. Your data stays private. Export or delete your data anytime. Terms of Use: https://infinitebaths-production.up.railway.app/terms.html

About

Abstinent

This app helps you quit or reduce addictions like smoking, alcohol, or screen time. It offers private, on-device tracking of your progress, including daily logs, mood tracking, and an emergency plan. Advanced features like smart notifications and an AI coach are available with a subscription.

Highlights
  • On-device privacy
  • Relapse-friendly progress tracking
  • Customizable abstinence goals
  • Daily journaling and mood logging
  • Emergency support plan
  • Widgets and Live Activity support
  • Pattern analysis and risk mapping
Features
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Abstinent helps you quit or reduce an addiction—tobacco, vaping, alcohol, cannabis, coffee, sugar, screens, gaming, or anything else—with a sober, kind, and 100% private follow-up on your iPhone. WHY ABSTINENT • Understand yourself, not compare to others—no data leaves your device • A relapse doesn’t erase your progress: better streaks and days counted • Abstain or reduce gradually: choose the goal that suits you DAILY FOLLOW-UP • Real-time sobriety counter, milestones, and saved money • Journal, mood, cravings, and honest logs about consumption • Emergency plan and quick contact with a friend in one tap • Widgets, Live Activity, and Dynamic Island UNDERSTAND YOUR PATTERNS • Successful days calendar, stats, and risk map • Triggers, mood, and journal analysis (on-device) • Apple Intelligence Coach (iOS 26+) and weekly summary—nothing in the cloud SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT • Breathing exercise, coping strategies • Smart notifications before sensitive times (Pro) • Block apps at risk times (digital addictions) ABSTINENT PRO Unlock the Apple Intelligence Coach, smart notifications, unlimited tracking, and weekly summary. Monthly or yearly subscription, cancel anytime in your Apple account settings. Abstinent does not replace medical advice. For difficult withdrawal, consult a healthcare professional. Terms of use: https://abstinent.app/terms Privacy: https://abstinent.app/privacy Support: support@abstinent.app

Screenshots

Pure3 screens
Abstinent4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Abstinent at weekly against Pure's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pure sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Abstinent sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pure ships an update every 3 months, Abstinent weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Pure versus Abstinent: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPureAbstinent
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB9 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperCARLOS ENRIQUE ARBONADaniel Domeniconi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pure

Subscriptions2
  • English3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pure Foundation Premium (Annual)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Abstinent

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Mensuel$2.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Pure free?
Pure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Abstinent free?
Abstinent is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pure or Abstinent have ads?
Neither Pure nor Abstinent shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pure or Abstinent?
Pure ships an update every 3 months, and Abstinent weekly. Most recently, Pure was updated on November 9, 2026 and Abstinent on November 10, 2026.

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