Orbit vs Flow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Orbit
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Turn your habits and memories into a visible orbit of your life. Orbit is more than a simple to‑do list. It’s a calm, visual habit tracker that helps you see how your routines and meaningful moments form the arc of your life. Every check‑in becomes a point on your timeline; every “last time” is just one glance away. Whether you want to read more, exercise regularly, call your parents, or revisit important memories, Orbit gently reminds you of what truly matters. Who is Orbit for? - People who want to build habits without noisy gamification - Anyone who wants to see their progress over time, not just tick boxes - Minimalists who care about design, calm interfaces, and meaningful stats Core features • Simple habit tracking Create any habit you like – reading, running, learning, sleeping early, weekly calls, and more. Set flexible schedules (daily, weekly, monthly, or custom intervals) and check in with a single tap. • “Last time” memory timeline Instantly see when you last did something: – How many days since you last called your family? – When was your last workout or deep‑work session? – How many times have you actually shown up for this habit? • Orbit Galaxy (visual overview) Explore your habits as a living star map: – Each habit is a planet orbiting around you – The farther away, the longer you’ve been away from it – Planet size reflects how many times you’ve checked in One glance shows which habits are thriving and which are drifting off course. • Forgetfulness levels & reminders Orbit automatically classifies each habit as Fresh, Fading, Overdue, or Forgotten based on your ideal interval. The Home screen highlights: – Pinned habits you care about most – “Dusty” habits that are easy to ignore but still matter – Overdue items that gently nudge you back on track • Life grid Enter your birth date and expected lifespan, and Orbit will paint a subtle yearly grid of your life: – Past years fade into soft gray – Future years appear as hopeful, glowing cells It’s a quiet reminder that your time is limited – and precious. • Rich check‑ins & history Turn each check‑in into a small journal entry: add notes, attach photos, and review your history as a timeline of moments, not just numbers. Orbit Plus (Optional Subscription) Unlock the full experience with Orbit Plus: - Unlimited habits – go beyond the free limit and track everything that matters - Advanced stats & full galaxy view – deeper insights into your progress - iCloud sync – keep your data in sync across iPhone and iPad - Custom cover images – personalize each habit with your own photos Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy & data Your data belongs to you. - Habit logs and notes are used only to power the app’s features and statistics - When iCloud Sync is enabled, your data is securely stored in your own iCloud account Orbit is a gentle reminder that consistency is not about perfection, but about coming back – again and again – to the things that make your life meaningful. Subscription Terms and Details: - Get unlimited access to all features. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. using the app, you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZF3SHE3AvqZROwCSNfUBgNisC-GiPFfXFkcZzJtC6vw/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.1lovhf632ehxBy https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zlMeWdzDB82tftzUKvU48L5nJUDviyV6tO4ZF0lq_-4/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.pwjtodt8uusf
Flow
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Focus with intention. Not with friction. Session Flow is a minimalist Pomodoro and focus timer that helps you structure deep work, follow flexible session flows, and take meaningful breaks without turning productivity into another complicated system. No accounts. No subscriptions. No noise. Just press start. HOW IT WORKS ▸ Pick a flow: classic Pomodoro or your own custom sequence ▸ Combine focus, break, prep, and reflection blocks ▸ Press start. Session Flow handles the rest. That's it. No onboarding maze. No overloaded settings screen. WHY PEOPLE SWITCH TO SESSION FLOW ▸ Starts fast, with almost no setup friction ▸ Gentle transitions between blocks, not jarring alarms ▸ Beautiful in both light and dark mode ▸ Thoughtful, native-feeling design with privacy at the center ▸ No account required and no data harvesting SEE YOUR PROGRESS WITHOUT THE PRESSURE ▸ Track focused time by day and week ▸ View session history and consistency over time ▸ Review notes and patterns without turning focus into a game ▸ Honest progress data, not gamification traps DESIGNED FOR iOS, NOT PORTED TO IT ▸ Apple-native SwiftUI with smooth animations and haptics ▸ Home Screen widgets and Live Activities support ▸ Works beautifully on iPhone and iPad ▸ Supports Dynamic Type, VoiceOver, and Reduce Motion FREE VS. FLOW PRO Free: ▸ Classic Pomodoro sessions ▸ Basic session history ▸ Full timer experience with no ads Flow Pro: pay once, keep forever ▸ Unlimited custom session flows ▸ Block distracting apps and websites ▸ Detailed statistics and session insights ▸ Home Screen widgets ▸ Session reminders No subscriptions. No trials that auto-renew. One price. Done. BUILT FOR ▸ Students during exam season ▸ Developers in deep code sessions ▸ Writers, designers, and makers ▸ Anyone with ADHD who needs gentle structure ▸ Knowledge workers who are tired of overbuilt productivity apps
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Flow at 3 against Orbit's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Orbit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Flow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Orbit | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 强胜 贾 | Remi Herbiet |
In-app purchases
Orbit
- Orbit Plus Monthly$1.991 Month
- Orbit Plus Lifetime$4.99
Flow
- Lifetime Pro$24.99









